This researched based assignment is used as a summative for the Dance portion of Health and Physical Education. The 4 page document includes: - A detailed outline of the assignment including success criteria - A list of dance genres that students can choose from to research, present and perform for the assignment - Step-by-step instructions broken down into 3 parts - A rubric for assessment I did this assignment with my grade 7's and they absolutely loved it! Seeing as not all students get excit
Students choose a famous ballet figure from a given list and research the figure. Students will find information on the figure's early life, dance education, collaborations, awards and contributions, and where the dancers is now.
A Drama research unit on 'Clown's'. Perfect for leaving as an extra if you are away, or incorporate this work with clowning class skills. Written questions, research, activities included. This could be used for 8-14 year olds.
Students read about the mother of Modern Dance in this article and are asked to answer critical thinking questions, summary questions, and opinion based questions to help guide their reading. Students will push their reading comprehension skills while learning about the history of dance.
This project allows students to research a tribe, organize the data, cite sources used, and present using a variety of ways. My students loved this project, and blew me out of the water! This project includes a rubric and an organizer to help students organize their information.