Jungle Boogie Dance
Dancing develops gross motor skills, self-expression, and music appreciation.
- Framework: IPC
- Unit: Jungles
- Learning area: Music and Movement
- Level: Levels 1-3
Objectives
- Express movement to music
- Dance like jungle animals
- Develop creative expression
Materials
- Upbeat jungle music
- Open dance space
- Animal props (optional)
Instructions
Play lively music. Call out animals—children dance as that animal until the next call.
Educator tip
Join in! Model different movement styles for each animal.
Assessment
Observe creativity, movement variety, and listening.