Pre-K Standards

Creative Expression: 6.PK.2
Physical Development: 4.PK.1

Instructions

  1. Tape together several pieces of newspaper.
  2. Lay flat on the paper and have someone trace your body with a pencil or marker.
  3. Cut out your shape.
  4. Use it as your dancing partner

Variation

Add music.

Skills

  • Large gross motor development
  • Spatial and body awareness

Reference

University of Nevada Reno Cooperative Extension. All 4 Kids Parent’s Curriculum Lesson 3

Lindsay, A. 2020, Dancing Partner, Extension | University of Nevada, Reno, CM-2020-3044
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