Creating Movement Phrases
Students learn to combine individual movements into short, coherent dance phrases that express an idea or emotion.
Key Questions
- Analyze how a series of movements can tell a story without words.
- Construct a short dance phrase that communicates a specific emotion.
- Justify the choice of movements used to convey a particular idea.
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
Suggested Methodologies
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