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Harmony Day / Cultural Music and Dance

Cultural Music and Dance

Children learn a simple dance from another culture, ideally guided by a family or community member who shares that tradition.

How to run it

  1. Choose a dance with help from a family or community member, or a respectful cultural resource.
  2. Share some background about where the dance comes from.
  3. Teach the steps slowly in small sections.
  4. Perform the dance together and talk about what children noticed.

You will need

  • music
  • speaker
Make it easier or harderKeep steps simple for younger children; older children can help teach the moves.
SafetyPresent dances respectfully and accurately, without costumes that stereotype a culture.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 1Children develop respect for cultural diversity and connect with their community.

Fits these theme days

Harmony DayCulture Celebration DayAround the World DayMusic and Dance DayDance-Off DayAll About Australia Day

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