Dance-Off Day / Judges' Panel Dance-Off
Judges' Panel Dance-Off
Children dance in pairs or small groups while a friendly judging panel holds up scorecards and gives kind feedback.
How to run it
- Make scorecards and choose a judging panel of educators or children.
- Pairs or groups prepare a short dance.
- Each pair performs while judges give a score and one kind comment.
- Rotate judges so everyone gets a turn to dance.
You will need
- music player
- scorecards
- markers
Make it easier or harderYounger children dance as a whole group; older children choreograph routines.
SafetyKeep scoring light-hearted and positive, and allow children to opt out of performing.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 5, Outcome 1Performing and giving kind feedback builds confidence and communication.
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