Creating: Artists/students use creative thinking and reasoning skills to perceive concepts and ideas to develop works.CR

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    Explore movement with basic elements of dance.K.1CR

  • 2

    Explore ways to use imagination when engaged in dancing.K.2CR

  • 3

    Play creatively with rhythm games.K.3CR

Performing: Artists/students employ personal processes and skills to solve problems creatively and present work in various contexts.PE

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    Move safely within personal and general space.K.1PE

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    Demonstrate basic elements of dance.K.2PE

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    Collaborate with others to make decisions during a dance activity.K.3PE

Responding: Artists/students engage in analysis and interpretation to understand and evaluate artistic works.RE

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    Describe how movements can express feelings.K.1RE

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    With prompting and support, demonstrate and discuss how to respond to dance as an audience member.K.2RE

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    Observe and respond to movements in a dance using words, pictures, or movements. K.3RE

Connecting: Artists/students understand and communicate the value of creative expressions in internal and external contexts.CO

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    Recognize dance as a tool for healthy living.K.1CO

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    Explore dance forms from various cultures.K.2CO

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Kindergarten
Where can I read the official document?
Ohio’s Learning Standards for Fine Arts Dance 2024