Story Time: D is for Dance
“D” is for dancing! Did you know that, in addition to being a fantastic way to build physical skills in children, dancing is also a powerful workout for the brain? Remembering choreography strengthens memory and improves a child’s ability to focus and solve problems. So, put on your dancing shoes and bust a move with your child!
Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the Community Room or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Activity Room.
Ages 3-5
Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play
Tip
“Dancing and creating music provide an outlet for children to express themselves creatively. It encourages them to invent their moves, compose their songs, and unleash their imagination, fostering both creativity and self-confidence.” The Learning Center
Activity
Select a favorite song from your youth and share it with your child as you move and dance to the rhythm. You can choose to add simple props or noise makers like socks, scarves, wooden spoons, etc. to your dance.
Books Presented
Barnyard Dance! by Sandra Boynton
Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae
The Ants Who Couldn't Dance by Susan Rick Brooke
Bella Ballerina by Sharon M. Draper
Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays
Silly Dance Contest
By Jim Gill
Dance any way you want to
Dance any way you please
Dance any way you want to
But stop when I say freeze. Repeat.
Jump as high as you want to…
Dance as fast as you want to…
Dance as slow as you want to…
Crafts and Activities
Dance Coloring Page
Paper Plate Dancer
Additional Books
Elephants Cannot Dance! by Mo Willems
Gerald the elephant is certain that he cannot dance but his friend Piggie convinces him to try.
Barn Dance! by Bill Martin
How Do You Wokka-Wokka? by Elizabeth Bluemle
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