ARTS CONNECTION Video Series Week 3 – Dance China New York & David Gonzalez!

A BRIGHT SPOT IN EVERY CHILD’S DAY

WEEK 3 ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS

START YOUR WEEK WITH ART!

Welcome to week three of our new weekly artist video series – Arts Connection! We are on a mission to have our talented YA Teaching Artists continue to be a BRIGHT SPOT in every child’s day!

Every Monday we’ll be sharing our extraordinary teaching artists in action so  children across the region can stay CONNECTED to and INSPIRED by the arts while learning remotely.

We encourage you to share these interactive video performances with the students, educators, and families in your school community.

Dance China New York

China Patterns

Spectacular athleticism one moment, pure grace and precision the next. This introduction to Chinese culture and dance is performed in full, traditional Chinese costumes. The video features the “Warrior Dance,” the “Chopsticks Dance,” and culminates with the rousing “Red Ribbon Dance,” a regular feature of Chinese national holidays and celebrations. Students learn how to say “hello” in Chinese in this vibrant introduction to Chinese culture.

LEARNING GOALS

Students will:
☀️Be introduced to traditional Chinese dances
☀️Be exposed to the skill and technique involved in performing various traditional dances of China
☀️Learn how to say hello in Chinese

Check out the STUDY GUIDE for China Patterns for ways to enhance student learning.

David Gonzalez

Aesop’s Bops

Animals come alive in this fast-paced performance that teaches children about kindness and friendship. Featuring the story “The Lion and the Mouse, this piece from ”Aesop’s Bops has ample amounts of audience participation and offers positive lessons for social and psychological growth.

LEARNING GOALS

Students will:
☀️Listen to the classic Aesop’s Fable, “The Lion and the Mouse”
☀️Actively participate in David Gonzalez’s recitation of the classic story
☀️Learn the lesson that every act of kindness is worthwhile

Check out the STUDY GUIDE for Aesop’s Bops for ways to enhance student learning.

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