Dance Around The World

by Children's Museum of Atlanta

Exploring different cultures through art, music and dance can be so much fun. Join us as we jump on an imaginary jet and fly to faraway places as we explore Dance around the World!

Program Rating

based on 1 evaluation(s).

About This Program

Cost

By Request: $201.47

All virtual programs are presented live, with storytimes and/or instruction for hands-on activities and time for Q & A with students.

(Optional) At an additional charge, a classroom supply box with all materials for up to 25 students will be mailed to the school after booking a workshop.

Reservations must be made at least four (4) weeks in advance in order to better your chances of securing your preferred date. Dates sell out quickly. A 50% non-refundable deposit is due two weeks after the time of booking.

Length

30-45 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) Pre-K Students, Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3Public Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

25 *Additional fee for more participants

Primary Disciplines

Foreign/World Languages, International, Performing Arts, Problem Solving, Reading, Social and Emotional Learning( SEL)

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference – Webcam/desktop (Zoom, Google Meet, Cisco WebEx, GoToMeeting, Microsoft Teams, etc...)
Zoom

Booking Information

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9 AM; 10 AM; 11 AM; 12 PM EST

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Provider's Cancellation Policy

Call as soon as possible to cancel or change a reservation. Reservations are held with a 50% non-refundable deposit. Organizations must cancel within 4 weeks of the scheduled program to apply the deposit to a different date within the same school year. Rescheduling a program is based on availability. Cancellations made less than 2 weeks prior to visit will result in forfeiture of 50% deposit.ps

About This Provider

Children's Museum of Atlanta

Atlanta, GA
United States

Our History

Children’s Museum of Atlanta is a nonprofit organization founded in 1988. In 2003, we opened a permanent Children’s Museum in Atlanta’s Centennial Olympic Park. Since opening, Children’s Museum of Atlanta has become the city's premier source of hands-on and exploratory learning for young children, a recognized authority on children’s informal learning, a committed advocate on behalf of children, and a signature element in Atlanta’s cultural landscape. CMA receives 200,000+ guests annually and has welcomed over 2 million visitors to date. Children’s Museum of Atlanta is the only educational venue of its kind in Atlanta.

Our Mission: To change the world by sparking every child’s imagination, sense of discovery and learning through the power of play.

Children’s Museum of Atlanta is a nonprofit 501(c)(3)

Contact:
Kenna Martinez
knmartinez@childrensmuseumatlanta.org
404-527-3693

Program Details

Format

1. Students will listen to the adventures of Gerald the Giraffe during the “Giraffes Can't Dance” story by Giles Andreae.

2. Students will have the opportunity to learn some cool new moves as they explore dances from Asia, The Americas, Africa, and Europe.

3.Students will create a Chinese fan that will include their own original artwork and colorful streamers.

Objectives

Participants will:
-Gain a better understanding of varieties of cultures and their respective dance styles
-Learn how to craft their very own dancing fan out inexpensive everyday materials.

Standards Alignment

State Standards

Georgia Early Learning & Development Standards Met:
APL1 -The child will demonstrate initiative and self-direction.
CD-CR2 -The child will create and explore visual art forms to develop artistic expression.
PDM1 - The child will practice healthy and safe habits.
PDM3 - The child will demonstrate an awareness of the body in space and child’s relationship to
objects in space.
PDM5 - The child will demonstrate gross motor skills.
SED1 - The child will develop self-awareness.
SED5 - The child will develop relationships and social skills with peers.
APL3 - The child will sustain attention to a specific activity and demonstrate persistence.
Georgia Standards of Excellence Met
Social Studies
SSKG1 Describe the diversity of American culture by explaining the customs and
celebrations of various families and communities.
SS1G2 Identify and locate the student’s city, county, state, nation (country), and continent
on a simple map or a globe.
SS1G3 Locate major topographical features of the earth’s surface.
Dance
ESDK.CR.2 Demonstrate an understanding of dance as a form of communication.
ESDK.PR.1 Identify and demonstrate movement elements, skills, and terminology in
dance.
ESDK.PR.4 Understand and apply music concepts to dance
ESDK.CN.1 Understand and demonstrate dance throughout history and in various
Cultures
ESD1.PR.4 Understand and apply music concepts to dance
ESD1.CN.1 Understand and demonstrate dance throughout history and in various
cultures.
ESD2.PR.1 Identify and demonstrate movement elements, skills, and terminology in dance
ESD2.CN.1 Understand and demonstrate dance throughout history and in various
cultures.