Fashion Day / Dress-Up Runway Show
Dress-Up Runway Show
Children style outfits from the dress-up box and strut a runway to music while others cheer.
How to run it
- Set up a runway with tape or a fabric strip.
- Give children time to choose and style outfits.
- Play music and have children walk the runway one at a time.
- Invite an educator host to describe each look.
You will need
- dress-ups
- music
- speaker
- tape or fabric runner
Make it easier or harderLet younger children walk in pairs; older children can design themed collections.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 1, Outcome 5Children express identity and build confidence performing.
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