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Grade 2

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Documents

Kindergarten to Grade 8 Dance

Kindergarten to Grade 8 Dance: Manitoba Curriculum Framework, 2nd edition (2021) (pdf document 8.5 MB)
The dance education framework provides the basis for learning, teaching and assessment of dance from Kindergarten to Grade 8 in Manitoba schools.

  • Appendix A – The Body (p. 56)
  • Appendix B – Space (p. 58)
  • Appendix C – Relationships (p. 60)
  • Appendix D – Motion Factors and Gestures (p. 62)
  • Appendix E – Movement Qualities (p. 63)
  • Appendix F – Characteristics of Grade-Appropriate Dances (p. 64)
  • Appendix G – Dance Forms (p. 66)
  • Appendix H – Choreographic Considerations (p. 67)

The Dance Learner, Kindergarten to Grade 8 - Poster (pdf document 2.6 MB)


Brochure

Kindergarten to Grade 8 Brochure (pdf document 7.5 MB)
The following brochure summarizes the Kindergarten to Grade 8 recursive learnings in dance, music, dramatic arts and visual arts.


Implementation Resources

Pictures of Practice Kindergarten to Grade 8
The Pictures of Practice offer possibilities for teaching and learning dance as experienced in authentic Manitoba classrooms.


Glossary

Glossary of Dance Terminology
Selected terminology used in Manitoba's Kindergarten to Grade 8 dance curriculum and resources.


Grant Program

Arts Education Grant Program
Teachers are invited to apply for funding (maximum of $500) for creative projects in dance, drama, music and visual arts.


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