Movement and Choreography · Dance and Movement

Cultural Traditions in Motion

Investigating the history and steps of traditional folk and social dances.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does a community's history influence its traditional dance styles?
  2. 2What roles do music and costume play in specific cultural dances?
  3. 3How does social dance foster a sense of belonging within a group?

Common Core State Standards

NCAS: Connecting DA.Cn10.1.5NCAS: Connecting DA.Cn11.1.5
Grade: 5th Grade
Subject: Visual & Performing Arts
Unit: Movement and Choreography
Period: Dance and Movement

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