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Dance Educator in Texas Public Schools for 30 years (now retired) Adjudicator for Dance Competitions, Dance Camp Instructor, Choreographer, and Clinician Workshop Presenter for TDEA, CEDFA, NDEO Staff Development Presenter for multiple districts Curriculum writer for Fort Bend ISD Teaching certifications in Dance, English, Computer Science, Theater Arts, Physical Education Previously served to assist in writing TEA Standards and Certification Tests
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Preview of Complete Mirror, Mirror Lessons 1-3

Complete Mirror, Mirror Lessons 1-3

3 Complete Lessons that explore a variety of ways to interact with mirrors and mirrors in artwork, social media, and beyond -- All with the intent to make dance instruction and creativity experiences that are unique and meaningful. TEACHER NOTES with extended explanations Student Handouts (for easy note-taking) Powerpoint presentations -- simplified versions of the information Lessons 4-6 are available separately -- they are slightly more advanced than these lessons and utilize famous artwork an
Preview of Mirror, MIrror -- Presentation slides for MIrror Distortion Lesson

Mirror, MIrror -- Presentation slides for MIrror Distortion Lesson

Part of the Mirror, MIrror Lesson Ideas This is resource is the set of presentation slides for the Mirror Distortion Lesson Inspired by the Chicago "BEAN" by Anish Kapoor Supports other Danceable Thoughts Resources Available Set Of Three Lessons TEACHER NOTES or Set of Three Student Pages
Preview of Mirror, MIrror -- Presentation slides for MIrror Narcissus Lesson

Mirror, MIrror -- Presentation slides for MIrror Narcissus Lesson

Part of the Mirror, MIrror Lesson Ideas This is resource is the set of presentation slides for the Mirror Neuron Lesson Supports other Danceable Thoughts Resources Available Set Of Three Lessons TEACHER NOTES or Set of Three Student Pages
Preview of Mirror, MIrror -- Presentation slides for MIrror Neuron Lesson

Mirror, MIrror -- Presentation slides for MIrror Neuron Lesson

Part of the Mirror, MIrror Lesson Ideas This is resource is the set of presentation slides for the Mirror Neuron Lesson Supports other Danceable Thoughts Resources Available Set Of Three Lessons TEACHER NOTES or Set of Three Student Pages
Preview of Viewing a Ballet -- TEACHER Guide

Viewing a Ballet -- TEACHER Guide

Coordinates with Viewing and Analyzing a Ballet Worksheets for Students or can be used independently.
Preview of Bewitched Ballet Ideas for Teaching 5 Positions of the Feet BUNDLE

Bewitched Ballet Ideas for Teaching 5 Positions of the Feet BUNDLE

Includes 'How to' do the positions and the terminology in French with some memory tricks to learn the vocabulary There's even a coordinating shirt available for order by contacting Angela@DanceableThoughts.com
Preview of Bewitched Ballet - 5 Basic Positions of the Feet Powerpoint

Bewitched Ballet - 5 Basic Positions of the Feet Powerpoint

Coordinates with the notecards, video and even a shirt available for order by contacting Angela@DanceableThoughts.com A magically way to teach these basics. Includes 'How to' do the positions and the terminology in French with some memory tricks to learn the vocabulary
Preview of Hip Hop Poster Bundle

Hip Hop Poster Bundle

All the resources for the Hip Hop Educational poster
Preview of Hip Hop Poster Powerpoint

Hip Hop Poster Powerpoint

Coordinates with the Educational poster, worksheet, and video
Preview of Imagery Improves Alignment BUNDLE

Imagery Improves Alignment BUNDLE

All the coordinating resources - part of the Educational Poster Series Bonus File includes the Narration notes!
Preview of Imagery Improves Alignment Powerpoint

Imagery Improves Alignment Powerpoint

Coordinates with Digital Poster, Worksheet, and Video!
Preview of Successful Stretching powerpoint

Successful Stretching powerpoint

Part of the Educational Poster Series: includes a digital poster, worksheet, this powerpoint, and a video that narrates the important concepts about stretching
Preview of Expert Extensions Powerpoint

Expert Extensions Powerpoint

Part of the Educational Poster Series Coordinates with the poster, worksheet, video Presenter notes include explanations
Preview of Tips for Terrific Turns Powerpoint without narration

Tips for Terrific Turns Powerpoint without narration

Coordinates with the Educational poster and worksheet Powerpoint has embedded notes for the teacher
Preview of Building Technique Brick by Brick -- all versions

Building Technique Brick by Brick -- all versions

Here's all the related documents in one place! Digital Poster Worksheet Video Powerpoint and Google Slide version Free file include which is the pdf of the narration notes!
Preview of Building Technique Brick by Brick Powerpoint version!

Building Technique Brick by Brick Powerpoint version!

Part of the Educational Poster Series! Coordinates with Digital Poster, worksheet, and Short Video This powerpoint does not have narration but suggested explanations can be found in the notes view! Same content will also be available in a Google Slides version
Preview of Danceable Quotes: 10 images and a Response Page (great for Virtual Classrooms)

Danceable Quotes: 10 images and a Response Page (great for Virtual Classrooms)

Choose a great quote and great image to inspire your students. 10 images and a simple response page that you can use for a multitude of activites. Multiple genre of dance represented! Use this to introduce or summarize a unit. A unique way to begin a discussion regarding Social/Emotional Wellness. Check out this short summary video. https://youtu.be/hK2HKc8D42A Visit our website: www.DanceableThoughts.com and become a subscriber for many other great ideas for you dance education classes
Preview of Distance Learning- Linked Up Looks -- Dance Imagery Activity

Distance Learning- Linked Up Looks -- Dance Imagery Activity

An activity for fun that encourages students to analyze dance imagery and think creatively. Great as a social media thread activity or easily assigned as learning activity. Great variations to fit your needs. These imagery collections could even evolve into an outstanding choreography project
Preview of Reviewing your Dance Year - Ideas for ONLINE class assignments Distance Learning

Reviewing your Dance Year - Ideas for ONLINE class assignments Distance Learning

FOR TEACHERS -- In response to the need for Distance Learning/Online class assignments, this is a set of 10 different topics for students use to review their learning from the school year. ** A note to my teacher friends, I left this in a word document form so that you may copy and paste as needed to meet your needs. These ideas could easily be used for Discussion Starters if you use some sort of video conferencing set up. Each section has multiple parts. All Sections begin with a W
Preview of Dance Challenge Cards (suitable for Distance Learning)

Dance Challenge Cards (suitable for Distance Learning)

10 Cards (plus 2 guide cards for teachers) 4 Different types of Activities on each Challenges are divided into 4 categories: Stretch and Strengthen -- for warm up Technique Topic -- for drilling and reinforcing proper execution Creativity Challenge -- choreography ideas,simple tasks and big fun! Look It Up and Learn -- great research topics for inside or outside of class Presented in Powerpoint format so that you can present it digitally, assign it over time, or print at ea
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About the store

Experience

Dance Educator in Texas Public Schools for 30 years (now retired) Adjudicator for Dance Competitions, Dance Camp Instructor, Choreographer, and Clinician Workshop Presenter for TDEA, CEDFA, NDEO Staff Development Presenter for multiple districts Curriculum writer for Fort Bend ISD Teaching certifications in Dance, English, Computer Science, Theater Arts, Physical Education Previously served to assist in writing TEA Standards and Certification Tests

Teaching style

Cross Curricular approaches to most lessons Specializing in Introducing Beginners to the Arts Inspired by the discpline of a ballet class Invigorated by the freedom to create from Modern/Contemporary Energized by the frenetic excitement of a Jazz Classes Always with an eye towards the rich History and Diversity of the Origins of Dance

Awards & shining teacher moments

Texas Dance Educators Association Hall of Fame -- Inductee 2024 Texas Dance Educators Association Director of the Year TDEA Lifetime Achievement Award Receipent

My own education history

Texas Christian University, Bachelor of Science in Education Dance Certification from Texas Woman's University

Additional biographical information

Enthusiastically embracing a new career as a "Teacher of Teachers"