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Pair Children with Buddies
September 13, 2018
Break the moves down into smaller steps
September 4, 2018
Slow down the moves to teach the dance
August 22, 2018
If unsure ask the child
July 14, 2018
Don’t have the music on too loud
July 13, 2018
Some kids will find loud noises distressing. Don’t turn the music up too loud. Explore moving without music, keeping time through visual cues....
Provide a quiet area
July 13, 2018
Change rooms, waiting rooms and the dance studio can get very noisy. If you are able to, provide alternative rooms which are quiet for kids to get changed in or wait....
Be aware of students’ sensory needs
July 13, 2018
Find out what colours, textures, sounds, or movements the student prefers or dislikes. Use props to incorporate tactile and visual stimuli in the dance activities. Props can include silky or floaty scarves, ribbon wands, textured fabric such as velvet or faux fur, stretchy bands and...
Allow alternate ways to dance
July 13, 2018
If you know that a child finds a particular movement activity challenging due to sensory sensitivities, prepare them in advance and offer an alternative activity....
Be aware of students’ sensory needs and adapt dance classes as needed
July 13, 2018
Find out what colours, textures, sounds, or movements each student prefers or dislikes. Objects with these qualities such as coloured scarves, soft balls and textured fabric can be used to enhance the child’s enjoyment....