Curriculum & Resources from My Tutu Sense

My Tutu Sense curriculum and resources were created during more than 30 years of dance teaching and training experience. Our resources add value to the classroom for both the student and the teacher. New resources for ballet, tap, jazz, and creative movement are added regularly.

Ballet I Curriculum

Ballet I Curriculum Download Image by Kim Yarborough of My Tutu SenseBallet I Curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in the basics of ballet technique and terminology to the beginning student. Since students may begin ballet training at different ages and levels of maturity, some may progress faster than others and require more challenge provided by a higher level. Likewise, some students may not obtain a full grasp of the skills in this curriculum. Instructors should use their professional discretion when determining if a student is ready to progress to the next level, or if it would be beneficial to repeat Ballet I.

The worksheets included in this curriculum are for enhanced learning and reinforcement of the terminology used in a standard ballet class. Students who have a full understanding of the French words and phrases will, as a result, have a better comprehension of ballet technique.

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Welcome to Ballet Flash Cards

Gain a better understanding of Ballet Terminology "in a flash."  This set of 100 color-coded flash cards defines and explains the meaning of the French Ballet words.  Students hear these words used at the barre and in the center floor in every ballet class.  Six categories of Terminology and Technique are designed to help not only the teacher to teach, but the student to learn.  As a result, the art of Ballet becomes more alive to both.  A case is included to keep cards neat.

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Pre-Ballet/Tap Skills & Curriculum Guide

Pre-Ballet/Tap Curriculum Skills Guide ImagePre-Ballet/Tap Skills Guide provides a list of general skills, as well as ballet-specific & tap-specific skills that are reasonable for students ages 3-5.

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Props for Creative Dance - A "Must Have" List

Props for Creative Dance Image by Kim Yarborough of My Tutu SenseEvery dance teacher knows that using PROPS in dance class keeps children engaged!  Here is our list of invaluable items that have proven their worth time and again.

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Movement Cards

Download image for Locomotor and Non-locomotor movement cards by Kim Yarborough of My Tutu Sense for Curriculum and Resources Page

Movement cards help students learn the difference between movement that travels and movement that stays in place.  Locomotor & Non-Locomotor words are different colors to help distinguish between the two.  It is recommended that cards are printed on sturdy paper and laminated for many sessions of movement fun.

Seven Movements of Dance

 

Download image for the Seven Movements of Basic DanceSeven basic movements are universal to all styles of dance.  This simple one-page hand-out is a great reference for students of all ages & levels.  Movements are arranged on the page along with a pronunciation guide for the French words, and a brief definition for each.  Two additional pages provide a means for testing students' knowledge & understanding of the Seven Basic Movements.

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Tap I/II Curriculum

Download Image for Tap Curriculum levels 1 and 2 by Kim Yarborough My Tutu SenseTap Curriculum for levels I & II is created to provide a strong foundation in the basics of tap technique, rhythm, & beat.  Skills Lists & Terminology give teachers a full year or more of material to teach the beginning student.  Worksheets & games are included to extend the fun both during class & at home.

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