Transitions make all the difference in managing your class of young dancers. Use these creative ideas to get kids from one part of the room to another, or from one activity to the next while maintaining the focus and flow of the class and providing more ways to learn and explore.
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Help! My Child Doesn’t Listen to the Dance Teacher!
Parents, we know it’s unsettling when your little dancer isn’t listening in dance class. It’s normal for young children to lose focus sometimes but here’s what you can do to help your child pay attention to the dance teacher.
Backstage Bliss: 11 Guidelines for Students in a Dance Recital
Recitals can be hectic and stressful for those trying to make the day/evening go off without a hitch. Adhering to these rules helps a performance run smoothly for you and the others around you.
Is It Possible to Praise Kids Too Much?
Is there such a thing as too much praise? How can one instill confidence without creating a dependence on external approval?
How to Conduct Oneself as a Professional – Part II
This is a continuation of Part I of How to Conduct Yourself as a Professional which dealt with leadership, positive attitude, and work ethic. Generosity When I think of someone that displays ultimate professionalism, I see a person who is generous with their gifts, generous with their time, and generous in spirit. This person is […]
How to Conduct Oneself as a Professional – Part I
What does it mean to conduct oneself as a professional? Someone that is consummate professional in their career and in their life is essentially a strong leader. Years ago I was the drum major for my high school band (Yes, I know my geek quotient just went up but I wear it proudly). In preparation […]
