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Swing Dance Step

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains the most basic swing dance steps. It includes such dance steps as the Jitterbug, the Shag, and the Charleston.
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Article
Library of Congress

Loc: How to Read a Dance Manual

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed information given as to most effective way to read and use a dance manual. Includes video (requires Quicktime).
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Website
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Square Dancing

For Students 3rd - 8th
Square dancing has been part of American culture since the colonial settlers blended their varied traditions together. Contains historic photos, and an audio track of "Gents Go Center." Requires RealPlayer.
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Website
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: The Wonderful Waltz

For Students 9th - 10th
Did you ever wonder how to dance the waltz? Use this site to learn some simple techniques and rhythms to help you dance the waltz.
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Jingle Bells Paper Plate Dance

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This lesson teaches students a series of dance steps in order to move rhythmically to a song while also manipulating a paper plate.
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Website
Central Home

Central Home: Central Home: Dance Steps: Foxtrot

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource explains and shows how to do the foxtrot.