Exploring Movement Through Poetry

In this resource, students will explore a poem by T. S. Eliot and, after close reading experiences, use it as a source of inspiration for creating original movement sequences. The elements of dance are manipulated as students explore various ways to create movement that reflects specific characters, behaviors, and themes. The integration of dance, reading, and writing provides multiple modes of learning, which helps students apply deeper meaning to new information.

Resource ID#: 164362 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): English Language Arts, Dance

Grade Level(s): 6, 7, 8

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector

Instructional Time: 3 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes

Keywords: dance, close reading, poetry, creativity, interpretation, T. S. Elliot, mobilities, gestures, composition, inspiration

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Unit/Lesson Sequence

Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Demonstration

Resource Collection: Arts for a Complete Education (ACE)

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