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K–12 Standards

Dance: Grade 1

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Movement, Technique, and PerformanceDA.1.1

  • 1

    Accurately demonstrate simple movement sequences. DA.1.1.1

    1. a

      Demonstrate accuracy in the use of space. DA.1.1.1.a

    2. b

      Demonstrate different timing and rhythm in movement.DA.1.1.1.b

    3. c

      Demonstrate various qualities in movement.DA.1.1.1.c

  • 2

    Develop safe movement practices.DA.1.1.2

    1. a

      Demonstrate focus and concentration while moving.DA.1.1.2.a

Create, Compose, and ChoreographDA.1.2

  • 1

    Explore movement based on a variety of inspirations.DA.1.2.1

    1. a

      Improvise movements that can start and stop on cue.DA.1.2.1.a

    2. b

      Develop simple movements based on a mood or feeling.DA.1.2.1.b

    3. c

      Recognize and demonstrate contrasting ideas. DA.1.2.1.c

    4. d

      Solve simple movement problems.DA.1.2.1.d

  • 2

    Create and demonstrate simple movements based on play and improvisation.DA.1.2.2

    1. a

      Use play and improvisation to create movements.DA.1.2.2.a

    2. b

      Select movements they like and dislike and replicate them.DA.1.2.2.b

    3. c

      Change movements based on feedback and conversation.DA.1.2.2.c

Historical and Cultural ContextDA.1.3

  • 1

    Perform movements that represent different eras and cultures. DA.1.3.1

    1. a

      Perform movements found in dances from various eras and cultures.DA.1.3.1.a

  • 2

    Recognize and describe ways in which dance represents different eras and cultures.DA.1.3.2

    1. a

      Name the differences in dances of different eras.DA.1.3.2.a

    2. b

      Describe cultural aspects from videos and pictures.DA.1.3.2.b

Reflect, Connect, and RespondDA.1.4

  • 1

    Describe dance using basic movement vocabulary and make connections to other aspects of life.DA.1.4.1

    1. a

      Describe the movements and gestures that stand out in a particular dance.DA.1.4.1.a

    2. b

      Use words, pictures, or various mediums to compare different dances.DA.1.4.1.b

    3. c

      Find similarities or comparisons in a dance that relates to a student’s own life. DA.1.4.1.c

  • 2

    Connect dance to the world around the student.DA.1.4.2

    1. a

      Discover that dance relates to other things.DA.1.4.2.a

    2. b

      Identify where dance happens.DA.1.4.2.b

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 1
Where can I read the official document?
Dance - Colorado Academic Standards - Adopted 2022

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