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Get Creative with Water Forms: Dance Teaching Ideas for “The Rhythm of the Rain”
Welcome to this week’s freebie! Get ready to explore the exciting world of water through movement and imagination. This lesson plan is...
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Apr 15, 20252 min read


How to Make Home Dance Practice Fun and Effective: Free Printable for Dance Teachers
As dance teachers, we thrive on the energy and dedication of our students. With a concert on the horizon, it’s essential to help dancers...
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Apr 8, 20252 min read


Get Organized: Create Your Own Dance Costume Inventory Book with Our Free Editable Template!
As a dance teacher, you inspire and nurture the talents of your students through the art of movement. But managing costumes can quickly...
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Apr 1, 20253 min read


Unleash Your Creativity: Movement Phrase Ideas for Dance Teaching with ANIMALIA by Graeme Base
Jumping into the world of dance can be an exciting adventure, especially when combined with the captivating illustrations and...
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Mar 25, 20253 min read


Streamline Student Choreography Selection with Our New Freebie Voting Worksheet!
Selecting student choreography for a dance concert can often feel chaotic, with so many talented students eager to showcase their skills....
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Mar 18, 20252 min read


Ready, Set, Dance: Free Printable Worksheet for Student Choreography Concert Prep
As dance teachers, preparing students for their choreography presentations can spark both excitement and anxiety. With a concert coming...
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Mar 11, 20252 min read


Feelin' Lucky: Dance the Rainbow Warm-Up for Saint Patrick's Day
Saint Patrick’s Day is a wonderful time to celebrate with joy, creativity, and joyful movement! Whether you're in a classroom, a...
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Mar 4, 20252 min read


Hey Dance Teachers! Need a Break? Get Your Free Printable Bathroom Passes Here!
As a dance teacher, managing requests for bathroom breaks while keeping classes flowing can feel like a chore. You want to ensure your...
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Feb 25, 20252 min read


Can't Dance Without It: Get Your Free Glissade Visual Aids Here!
Dance is an art form like no other, full of expression, movement, and creativity. For dancers at any skill level, mastering techniques...
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Feb 18, 20251 min read


Dance Teaching Ideas and Printables for the Book "The Spaces In Between"
Hey everyone! We know that sometimes, understanding new concepts or keeping track of important information can be tricky. That’s why...
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Feb 11, 20251 min read


Is Your Dance Class Ready to Feel the Energy? Try These Free Printable Conversation Heart Cards for a Fun and Unpredictable Twist!
As teachers, we constantly search for new ways to inject positivity and variety into our dance classes. That is why our free printable...
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Feb 4, 20253 min read


Playlist: Music with a steady beat, and no words.
Hi friends! Do you ever get in rut with the music that you use in your dance classes? I know I do! AND I am so grateful for tools like...
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Jan 28, 20251 min read


Dance Teaching Book List
If you have been here for very long, you probably already know that I love using Children's books in my dance classes. And just so we are...
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Jan 21, 20252 min read


Winter Sports Movement Cards
Today we are coming at you with a simple idea that you can bring to your dance classes without interrupting your curriculum or...
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Jan 14, 20251 min read


Dance Teaching Idea for the Book "A Bad Case of Stripes" by David Shannon
Hi dance friends! Hope all is going well for you as we get into the new year. Today we are bringing you one of our dance teaching ideas...
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Jan 7, 20252 min read


Dance Goals for the New Year
Happy New year friends! We hope you have had some rest and relaxation over the last week! You deserve it. Are you gearing up to get back...
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Dec 31, 20241 min read


Free 52-Week Creativity Calendar
Merry Christmas dance friends! I hope this time of year finds you resting with your family and friends. As a gift to you, I have made an...
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Dec 24, 20241 min read


Concert Gift Tags
Today we have s super practical idea for you in preparation for this busy concert season. We are sharing our printable gift tags and an...
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Dec 17, 20241 min read


Dance Teaching Idea for the Book "Katy and the Big Snow"
Have you ever read this classic book? It is a great one, and the first time I read it with my kids, I knew that it was made for dance...
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Dec 10, 20241 min read


Christmas Movement Cards
Well here we are! The Holidays are really in full swing now, and you are probably up to your eyeballs in Christmas Dance Recital...
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Dec 3, 20241 min read
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