Instructional lesson plans, activities, and
resources aligned to Kentucky curriculum
Links to useful classroom websites
Monthly core content and instructional
articles
Many ballet terms are defined and exhibited (in video format) on this wonderful site from the Amercian Ballet Theatre!
http://www.abt.org/education/dictionary/index.html
This lesson plan for middle and high school students will introduce them to famous male ballet dancers and acquaint them with their backgrounds, formal training, and techniques.
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/gperf/education/plan_btbw_overview.html
"Looking for ways to introduce students to one of the most influential figures in musical theatre history? These lesson plans and activities, a comprehensive glossary of terms, and additional resources will introduce students to the magical world of musicals and the legendary Stephen Sondheim."
http://artsedge.kennedy-center.org/exploring/mt/sondheim/artsedge.html
In this lesson plan, students will learn about the life of Bob Fosse, examine his influence on modern dance, and review Fosse's films.
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/gperf/education/plan_fosse_overview.html
A documentary that relates the impact that African-American dancers and choreographers have had in the development of modern dance.
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/freetodance
"Students will gain an understanding of the culture of Hawaii through an exploration of 'mele oli' (chant) and 'mela hula' (dance)."
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/gperf/education/plan_holo_overview.html
Artslynx is designed as a portal to the best information on the arts available on the web. It's curated link libraries and extensive original material (especially in the areas of theatre and dance) are specifically optimized for researchers, scholars, educators, students, and professionals working in the arts.
http://www.artslynx.org/
"At the Arts Toolkit web site teachers will find high-quality lesson plans and other resources in dance, drama, visual arts, and music, all designed to help integrate the arts into the classroom experience. Students are invited to visit the Student Center for quick access to information about arts careers, our virtual museum, and other interesting activities."
"This web site is the online component of the KET Arts Toolkit project, an innovative collaboration between Kentucky’s arts and education communities. See About the Arts Toolkit to learn more about this award-winning multimedia project and the partners who made it possible."
http://www.ket.org/artstoolkit/
Interactive games for children & resources for teachers.
http://www.kiddonet.com/gb/
This is a step-by-step lesson plan about Merce Cunningham, famous dancer and choreographer.
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/education/lesson14_overview.html
View lessons and activities by selecting a grade range and topic. Areas covered include Art, Health and Fitness, Math, Reading and Language Arts, Science and Technology, Social Studies, Early Childhood, Library Media and Technology Coordinators.
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/
"Welcome to WHO'S DANCIN' NOW? Online! This Web site is not only a companion to WHO'S DANCIN' NOW?, a documentary that explores the impact of early exposure to the arts, it is also a valuable tool for educators, artists, administrators, parents, and students to learn about arts education in an easy and effective way."
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/dancin/index.html
The website states its purpose is to "provide educators and students access to the highest quality practices and resources in reading and language arts instruction."
http://www.readwritethink.org/
Using music to promote learning. Ideas and resources for using music to teach content across the curriculum to students of all ages.
http://www.songsforteaching.com/index.htm
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http://www.teachersfirst.com/index.cfm