- Definition
Style in dance is like an artist's signature; it's the unique way a dance is put together and performed, often linked to a specific dancer, group, or era.
A ballet dancer's style is often graceful and light, while a hip-hop dancer's style can be sharp and grounded.
How to teach this in 30 seconds
Try this analogy: Dance style is like how every person has their own special way of skipping or running.
Ask your child: How would you dance if you were a floppy puppet?
Common mix-up: Kids may think there is only one 'correct' way to dance. Style is about the unique flavour of the movement, like how ballet looks different from hip-hop.
Examples
- Moving like a floppy ragdoll is a different style from moving like a stiff robot.
- The way you wiggle and jump when your favorite song comes on is your own personal dance style.
style is a term used in Ontario’s Kindergarten to Grade 8 curriculum.
Where this shows up
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