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Dance the Alphabet: A Lively Indoor Activity
By Connie Bergstein Dow, author of From A to Z with Energy! 26 Ways to Move and Play No matter where you live, there are days when it becomes difficult to take young children outside or to another place where … Continue reading
Movement, Play, and SEL: Create a Picture Book Dance Story
By Connie Bergstein Dow, author of From A to Z with Energy! 26 Ways to Move and Play Over my long career as a dance educator, I have especially enjoyed teaching creative dance to young children. I love inspiring their … Continue reading
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Tagged Free Spirit author, movement, nature, SEL, social and emotional learning
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3 Outdoor Creative Movement Activities to Support Children’s Mental Health
By Connie Bergstein Dow, author of From A to Z with Energy! 26 Ways to Move and Play Student mental and emotional health is one of the top concerns of educators across the country, and it’s never too soon to … Continue reading
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Tagged Free Spirit author, mental health, mental health awareness month, movement, nature
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9 Tips for Creating Inclusive Movement Activities
By Connie Bergstein Dow, author of From A to Z with Energy! 26 Ways to Move and Play The basic tenet of creative movement/creative dance (the terms are interchangeable) is that the most important part of the activity is the … Continue reading
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Make Physical Distancing Fun with This SEL and Movement Activity
By Connie Bergstein Dow, author of From A to Z with Energy! 26 Ways to Move and Play On Your Spot is a multi-layered activity for children ages three to eight. It is especially pertinent now that many children are … Continue reading
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