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Dance-Off Extravaganza

Lesson Plan

Dance-Off Extravaganza

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This lesson plan is designed to engage 7-8 year olds in a fun and energetic dance-off activity. Through active learning strategies, students will warm up, learn basic dance moves, and participate in a friendly dance competition. This lesson helps develop physical coordination, rhythm, and teamwork skills while promoting self-expression and confidence.

Audience

7-8 year olds

Time

1 hour

Approach

Active Learning

Materials

Music player, Playlist of kid-friendly dance songs, and Open space for dancing

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Welcome the students and explain the objective of the lesson: to have fun and express themselves through dance.
  • Briefly discuss what a dance-off is and how it will be a friendly competition.

Step 2

Warm-Up

10 mins

  • Lead the students in a series of simple warm-up exercises to prepare their bodies for dancing.
  • Include stretches and light aerobic movements to music.

Step 3

Learn Basic Dance Moves

15 mins

  • Introduce a few basic dance moves without specific cards.
  • Demonstrate each move and have the students practice them.
  • Encourage creativity and let students add their own flair to the moves.

Step 4

Dance Practice

15 mins

  • Play a selection of kid-friendly dance songs.
  • Allow students to practice the moves they learned, either individually or in small groups.
  • Walk around and provide encouragement and feedback.

Step 5

Dance-Off Competition

10 mins

  • Organize a friendly dance-off where students can showcase their moves.
  • Divide the class into small groups and let each group perform.
  • Encourage cheering and positive feedback from peers.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

  • Gather the students and discuss what they enjoyed about the dance-off.
  • Highlight the importance of having fun and expressing themselves.
  • Thank everyone for participating and end with a group cheer.
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