Dance Lesson Ideas

Name of Activity: SOS Rescue

Purpose of Activity: Students will be able to follow eight count sequences cued with: step touch, sticky pump, drop step, reverse, jump around, and heel taps for a total of 32 counts.

Prerequisites: Step touch and heel taps

Suggested Grade Level: 6-8

Materials Needed: none

Recommended music: A Girl Like Me by Rihanna

Beginning dance formation: Line

Dance source: Adapted this dance from a dance learned at the New Jersey Lake Conference

Description of Idea

Variations:

CTs. 21-24 JUMP TURN in a circle to right 3 x’s and
end up facing side wall. Wait one count and
finish dance. On each jump section you will
end up turning 1/4 to a different wall.

Cts. 25-32 Instead of HEEL TAPS
a. Freestlye for 8
b. With feet stationary, rotate R knee to R then
L; roll R shoulder, then L shoulder (2
cts each movement)

Assessment Ideas:

During cts 25-32 have students choreograph their own dance step for the 8 counts.

Adaptations for Students with Disabilities:

Providing manipulative(s) to help any child enjoy the music and move freely. Examples include ribbon sticks, small musical shakers and scarves.