Compassion
Dance
Curricula Framework
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LESSON ONE Verdi: Element of Compassion: empathy & understanding
Lesson 1 is based on the book "Verdi," uses the dance elements of effort and relationship. Through specially designed dance activities.....
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LESSON TWO The Quilt Makers Gift: Element of Compassion: sharing & giving
Lesson 2 is based on the children's book "The Quiltmaker's Gift," students will learn the value of giving through a Quilt Dance activity. In this group activity.....
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LESSON THREE The Three Questions: Element of Compassion: helping
Lesson 3, based on the children's book "The Three Questions," allows students to learn about helping as a part of showing compassion for others. A "helping" improvisation serves.....
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LESSON FOUR The Raft: Element of Compassion: attitudes, positivity
Lesson 4 is based on the book "The Raft," lesson 4 serves to teach the dance element of space along with the compassion element of having a postive attitude. Students do an improvisation.....
Positive Tidbits Inspired by pineapple tidbits, a sweet little piece of something that is good for you. Different elements can be used and combined to make this warm up activity.....
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