Dance to Learn® Podcast | The Preschool Dance Teacher's Podcast

A dance parent unenrolled her child after our instructor read a book in dance class. How can I best educate my dance families on the importance of incorporating books with dance class?
Special Guest Once Upon a Dance
Once Upon a Dance offers movement, breath, joy, connection, and imagination through stories.

Their catalog of 25 interactive dance books highlights positive messages and role models throughout four main series:
Dance-It-Out! stories combine whimsical tales with movement and subtle life lessons (spans ages 4-9)
Dancing Shapes peeks at a professional ballerina's journey, teaches ballet, and explores detail and form (spans ages 6-11)
Ballet Inspiration and Choreography Concepts deep dives into technique, tips, and insight for aspiring dancers (ages 8-12)
Prop-Based Dance Stories for Classroom and Anytime Fun debuts in 2023 to encourage scarf and parachute play.

Visit DanceStories.com to learn about the mother-daughter duo, book details, charity partners—all royalties donated through 2030, or parent/teacher resources. Follow @Once_UponADance for upcoming sneak peaks, dance photos, and the latest on their goofy cats.

About the Authors
Teacher Terrel arrived in Seattle after a Peace Corps stint teaching English and dance. Complementing decades of dance instruction, Terrel worked in early childhood education and for non-profits supporting kids. She was recognized by her local City Council for "embodying the spirit of partnership and commitment to children in our community" for her work with young dancers. Her daughter realized her dreams and is a full-fledged professional ballerina.

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Topics covered today:

• How to use Books successfully in a Dance Class.
• Setting Expectations and Educating Families on what they can expect from your classes before registering.
• The benefits of utilizing Children's Literature in Dance Class

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Welcome to the Dance to Learn® Podcast - Where I help dance teachers and studio owners dance, learn and grow right along with your students.

In today's episode of the Dance to Learn® Podcast I am sharing classroom management tips and tricks to keep your Readers and Writers engaged throughout your dance classes.
Watch on YouTube:

How to Create a Preschool Dance Curriculum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ValX82qmrvU
25 Phrases to Encourage Active Listening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxJBPoqpCRE
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DTL P6: Dance to Learn® Podcast: Optimizing your Dance Classes for VARK Learning and Whole Child Development
DTL P8: Dance to Learn® Podcast: VARK Learning - Classroom Management Tips and Tricks for Visual Learners in your Dance Studio
DTL P9: Dance to Learn Podcast: VARK Learning - Classroom Management Tips and Tricks for Auditory Learners in your Dance Studio
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TODAY'S RESOURCES:
Florrie Flamingo's ABC's of Dance
Fall in Love with Scarecrows Lesson Plan (Pre-Order)
The Little Old Lady who Wasn't Afraid of Anything (Book)
The Little Old Lady who Wasn't Afraid of Anything (Audio)
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Good Morning! Welcome to the Dance to Learn Podcast with your host Jessica Strong! The Dance to Learn Podcast is the place for dance educators and studio owners to get the best dance teacher resources, tips and advice to help you dance, learn and grow right along with your students. Let’s get into today’s episode.
In Today's Episode I am providing you with a sneak peek into season 4 with a special announcement of our broadcast expansion to our YouTube Channel! I'm excited to have you with us! Happy Dancing!
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In today's Podcast Episode, I have the privilege of interviewing Allison Mell with Tots on Target, a Physical Therapist who works side by side with Mary Deutsch, a Licensed Occupational Therapist to help parents understand how their children grow and develop. I recently completed their Babies on the Move course which was BRILLIANT (it's linked below) and I was captivated about the section on red flags and crawling. So it had me wondering, how can some of these "red flags" present themselves in the later years, the years of 3, 4 and 5 when dancers are ready to sign up for dance classes for the first time? In this episode we discuss Development, Crawling, Red-Flags, Balancing, W-Sitting and More! You don't want to miss it!
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Today I was able to sit down with Jennifer Randall and share my process for creating my lesson plans! My preschool dance lesson plans are designed to flow and tell a story almost like a choreographed dance. Learn the 4 components of a lesson plan plus what subjects can be turned into a story-based lesson plan!
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