Arts Education 6
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R070373
Arts Education 6. Core Learning Resources (2009)
This list of learning resources identifies high-quality resources that have been recommended by the Ministry of Education to complement the curriculum, Arts Education 6.
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January 3, 2019
R070246
BrainDance. Variations for Infants Through Seniors
In these videos, Anne Green Gilbert and her students (toddlers through seniors) demonstrate variations of the BrainDance. These exercises move through fundamental movement patterns that wire the central nervous system in the first year of life. The BrainDance offers benefits such as improved mood, reduced stress and increased alertness and concentration. It can be used at home, at school, in the office and in the dance studio for brain reorganization, connectivity/alignment, a centering body/...
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CD/DVD
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$39.00 US
Record posted/updated:
July 1, 2020
R070393
The Powwow. An Art History
The Powwow: An Art History was published to support an exhibition at the MacKenzie Art Gallery. The objective behind the exhibit was to attempt to bring together the history of Native American painting and powwow from the end of the 19th century to the end of the 20th century. Various styles and artists were selected to help illustrate the powwow and related performances to present a survey of the developments and movements in First Nations painting. The book includes a history of the powwow ...
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Book
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$29.95
Record posted/updated:
June 7, 2017
R070379
Careers in Culture
Culture is an extremely broad term and careers in this area vary greatly. This interactive website informs students about the many fields of employment within the cultural sector.
The site includes links that provide information that students require to make a decision about careers in film and broadcasting, live performing, cultural management, new media, music and sound recording, the visual arts, writing and publishing and heritage.
Lights Up! An Activity Kit for CIC-Online provides teac...
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Record posted/updated:
October 20, 2019
R070382
Dance Composition: An Interrelated Arts Approach
This practical resource offers numerous opportunities to explore the interactive relationships among the four strands of arts education. Dance Composition provides 28 exercises to assist students in understanding the commonalities across the strands and to explore means of physically interpreting through movement what the senses personally reveal to them. It also highlights three dance projects that provide a model for students to create choreographic works involving music composition, story ...
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$72.95
Record posted/updated:
October 17, 2020
R102476
Responding to Arts Expressions
Responding to arts expressions is an important part of arts education. Viewing and listening are discovery processes that require critical and creative thinking in order to develop deep understanding of the arts. Throughout their arts education experiences, students are encouraged on a regular basis to respond actively to a wide range of art works from each of the four strands including dance, drama, music, and visual art. Students are also engaged in responding to films and other interdiscip...
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Free
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April 14, 2020
R070366
Contemporary Traces
Contemporary Traces examines the work of two inspiring Saskatchewan choreographers, Robin Poitras and Tracy Pfeifer. Each choreographer's approach to the art of dance-making is explored through interviews and excerpts from: "Tangora," choreographed by Robin Poitras, performed by Robin Poitras and Bill Coleman; and "Girl At The Party" and "Just A Body Moving Through Space," choreographed and performed by Tracy Pfeifer; and "Modern Dancers Lose Their Marbles," choreographed by Tracy Pfeifer, pe...
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Video
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Free
Record posted/updated:
November 5, 2017
R043811
Brain-Compatible Dance Education
In this unique resource, creative dance specialist Anne Green Gilbert presents her ideas regarding the positive impact that dance can have on brain development. The book provides practical applications for dance class derived and developed to support cognitive development. Brain-Compatible Dance Education is divided into well-organized lesson plan components that include American standards for dance education, dance concepts and a format that offers sections on warm-ups, exploring the concept...
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Book
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$77.95
Record posted/updated:
September 13, 2017
R044690
Building Dances: A Guide to Putting Movements Together (2nd ed.)
Created for the generalist, this revised edition of a previously recommended resource will help teachers introduce, develop and assess the basics of dance. The book is a hands-on tool that will assist teachers in understanding the relationships between creativity and choreography, the movement skills and elements, accents and gestures and assessing student performance. Numerous charts and figure drawings clarify the text. The book encourages the joy of moving in a variety of ways and includes...
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Book
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$61.95
Record posted/updated:
October 17, 2020
R070051
A Very Dangerous Pastime
The matter of understanding contemporary dance is one of the biggest challenges when it comes to developing audiences. This video provides tools that an audience can draw on when viewing a dance performance. Canadian celebrities share their ideas about dance while visual examples of contemporary dance and historical clips demonstrate the range of styles and techniques that dance in Canada offers. The strongest message, however, is that the final step towards the enjoyment of dance is up to th...
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CD/DVD
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$10.00
Record posted/updated:
May 4, 2018
R035680
SaskCulture
This website invites people to discover Saskatchewan's vibrant cultural community, explore how the depth and diversity of culture and cultural activity are essential to this province and experience a sample of Saskatchewan's rich cultural life. The site provides access to news, resources, information on key cultural issues and more.
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Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2020
R071158
Creative Dance for All Ages: A Conceptual Approach (2nd ed.)
Anne Green Gilbert offers theory and methods for planning a creative dance class for students of various ages. Divided into concepts including place, size, direction, focus, flow and body shape, the lesson plans provide many suggestions to help make teaching successful. The appendices include information on teaching academic curriculum using kinesthetic intelligence, music suggestions, ideas for props, a bibliography and suggestions for exploring other arts through dance. The book provides li...
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Book
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$59.95
Record posted/updated:
August 29, 2020
R050530
Pow Wow
This intimate look at the Big River Cree powwow in northern Saskatchewan features behind-the-scenes visits with performers and Elders, as well as mesmerizing footage of many different types of dances, drumming and singing. Alvin Manitopyes explains the powwow's evolution from the age of the buffalo hunt and warrior societies to the more social event it is today. Thomas Christian discusses the discipline dancers must bring to the art form and the storytelling that goes along with it. Sheldon "...
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CD/DVD
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$175.00
Record posted/updated:
July 1, 2020
R070424
Contrast and Continuum Series
This series of four CDs is Eric Chappelle's response to many requests to record pieces to accompany movement exploration and dance technique. Created over several years with guest musicians in a variety of styles and arrangements, the selections feature contrasts in tempo, texture and other musical elements that correspond to the elements of dance. The conceptual approach to teaching dance provides the framework for a booklet tucked in the front of each CD. Ideas on how to use the music and s...
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Music for Creative Dance. Volume II
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Music for Creative Dance. Volume III
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Music for Creative Dance. Volume IV
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Book
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$14.95 US (each CD)
Record posted/updated:
August 29, 2020
R102495
Big Ideas in Arts Education: Grades 6-9 Inquiry Units
These units were created by the Living Sky Arts & Learning Committee and were designed to assess Saskatchewan Arts Education outcomes using Understanding by Design as a guiding principle in lesson planning.
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Beyond Words: Creating Symbolic Sculptures
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Big Ideas in Arts Education: 6-9 Project Overview
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Video
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Inquiry
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Record posted/updated:
December 7, 2018
R003482
Steps in Time II: Métis Dance and Instruction
Steps in Time II: Métis Dance and Instruction features new content plus the original content of Steps in Time. The first volume of Steps in Time teaches three Métis dances: Duck Dance, Fancy Jig and Rabbit Dance. These dances are combinations of several steps which are demonstrated clearly. Steps in Time can be used independently or in conjunction with Métis Dances Kit: Kindergarten to Grade 9 (that is also recommended).
Steps in Time II focuses on teaching the Red River Jig and square danci...
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CD/DVD
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$25.00
Record posted/updated:
December 23, 2018
R050315
Arctic Hip Hop
Capitalizing on the popularity of hip hop, social worker and long-time B-boy Stephen Leafloor has been bringing positive hip hop workshops to the north, this time to the remote hamlet of Cambridge Bay, Nunavut. While dancing to the beat, kids are encouraged to blend their rich, ancient culture with a modern one. Between back spins and body-waves, they discuss bullying, body image, single parenting, drugs, alcohol, anger and suicide. Because of the healing power of dance, five days later they ...
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CD/DVD
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$79.95 US
Record posted/updated:
August 10, 2019
R048415
Native American Dance Style Series
This series includes two DVDs.
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Fancy Dance. Volume 1
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Jingle Dress
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CD/DVD
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$19.95 US ea.
Record posted/updated:
October 19, 2019
R070009
Express Dance: Educators' Resource for Teaching Dance
Written using a cooking metaphor with chapter titles such as Appetizers, Adding Spice and Becoming Gourmet, this book features practical, accessible teaching strategies that motivate students to dance. It provides step-by-step instructions from warm-ups through to follow-up activities that even the most novice teacher can follow. A table of contents and a glossary are included.
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Book
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$24.95
Record posted/updated:
June 7, 2017
R070415
Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils
The education programs and resources aim to provide Saskatchewan rural residents with access to the same opportunities afforded urban residents in the development of visual literacy. Education packages from previous touring exhibitions are available as resources for teachers and gallery staff. These packages offer arts activity ideas and strategies for engaging audiences in visual art.
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Record posted/updated:
June 13, 2017
R036971
Saskatchewan Arts Board
The Arts Board provides a wide range of services that enable Saskatchewan residents to experience and enjoy the arts. News, exhibitions, the permanent collection and links to other Saskatchewan art sites are provided.
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Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2020
R033406
The Northern Traditional Dancer
This time-tested book on the unique and dynamic art form of powwow dancing focuses on the Northern Traditional Dance of the Lakota Sioux. The history of this dance is traced from its origin to recent styles. Black-and-white photographs of early dancers and beautiful full-colour photographs of modern dancers complement the text. Testimonials help give the reader an understanding of the philosophy and mindset of the dancers. The book includes information on how the basic costumes and accessorie...
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Book
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$16.85
Record posted/updated:
November 26, 2019
R070011
Arts Education 6. Additional Learning Resources 6 (2009)
This list of learning resources identifies high-quality resources that have been recommended by the Ministry of Education to complement the curriculum, Arts Education 6.
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
July 4, 2019
R044719
José! Born to Dance: The Story of José Limón
This picture book focuses on the life story of renowned New York choreographer José Limón. Born in Mexico in 1908, José was a boy who loved to draw, but he also had a song in his heart and a dance in his step. As a young man, he moved to New York and was determined to become a visual artist. Finally, he found that dance was his true passion and became a world-famous choreographer who toured the globe with his own dance company. Every second page is filled with realistic-style artwork rendered...
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Book
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$22.99
Record posted/updated:
June 7, 2017
R070365
Folk Stage Dance
Choreographers of folk stage dance look back to the traditions of the mother country for inspiration while being influenced by the contemporary culture of their adopted homeland. This video features a Ukrainian dance group (Poltava Ensemble) and two of the oldest and most vital folk stage dance companies in Saskatchewan. Through interviews, rehearsal sessions and dance segments, each company is presented to examine their traditions and innovations, as well as the differences and similarities ...
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Video
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Free
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June 7, 2017
R047266
Multicultural Folk Dance Treasure Chest
Eighteen authentic dances are featured in two volumes, including a DVD/CD, a printed guide and music. (Both volumes were originally contained in one kit, but they are now sold separately.) The dances are a collection of popular folk dances representing a mix of cultural diversity. They range from easy to moderately difficult, and each one is demonstrated by a native from the country in which the dance originated or by an expert in that particular dance form. The instructors wear traditional c...
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Multicultural Folk Dance DVD. Volume 2
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Kit
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Record posted/updated:
June 13, 2017
R070038
The Modern Fancy Dancer
The Fancy Dance, a style of powwow dancing that is known for whirling colours, fancy footwork, acrobatic motions and show-stopping endings, can be traced to First Nations dancers of the plains. This book begins with a history of the Fancy Dance, an overview of the music used during the dance and profiles and interviews with past and present champion dancers. The book goes on to discuss the philosophy of the dance and the mindset of the dancers. Black-and-white photographs of early dancers and...
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Book
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$20.69
Record posted/updated:
June 7, 2017
R049366
Aboriginality
Aboriginality re-imagines the strength and spirit of First Nations culture through narrative mediums that connect urban First Nations youth to their rural ancestral histories. Dallas Arcand, world champion hoop dancer and hip-hop artist, is inspired by both new and traditional elements of First Nations culture. He plays dual roles in being both a positive First Nations presence in mainstream urban media and a touchstone to traditional First Nations roots and culture.
A teacher's guide is ava...
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Video
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Free
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R050557
Long Powwow Nights: Iskewsis ... Dear Mother = Mawio'mi amasiwula'kwl: Iskewsis ... nkij
Written in English and Mi'kmaq and illustrated with realistic-style paintings of powwow dancers, warriors and beautiful landscapes, this poem depicts a young woman as she reflects on her mother's dedication to her First Nations heritage. She remembers that her mother showed her the importance of culture and identity by dancing in a powwow.
A compact disc of music by Buffy Sainte-Marie accompanies the book.
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Book
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$24.95
Record posted/updated:
February 24, 2021
R037619
Museums Association of Saskatchewan - Museums Map
Using this online map, teachers and students can easily locate museums within Saskatchewan. The site provides the basic contact information, hours and links to specific websites for art galleries and historical museums.
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Record posted/updated:
August 29, 2017
R102477
Saskatchewan Artists Ignite
This website presents conversations with four Saskatchewan artists including musician David Lawlor, dancer/choreographer Robin Poitras, visual artist Neal McLeod and actress Michele Sereda. The four artists discuss their artistic practices, the value of the arts, who is an artist?, the creative process, communicating through the arts and responding to the arts.
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Record posted/updated:
May 4, 2020
R014027
CBC Digital Archives. Arts & Entertainment
Oscar Peterson, Karen Kain, the Group of 7, Bill Reid, Glen Gould, Leonard Cohen, Robert LePage and the Rolling Stones are just a few of the profiles that the CBC Archives has pulled together on this website. Each of the musicians, artists and dancers highlighted on the site have several audio or video clips illustrating their work as well as suggested classroom activities. In addition to information on individuals or groups, there is coverage related to topics such as censorship.
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Record posted/updated:
March 23, 2020
R070008
Dance Composition Basics
This practical resource introduces the methods and tools used in composing dances. It focuses on portions of original dance compositions by choreographers Alonzo King (Chants and Dreamer) and Dwight Roden (Verge). The pieces are recorded on DVD and analyzed to sequence the choreographic process. Viewers are able to view a progression from conceiving and refining an idea to improvising and solving movement problems to shaping and performing dances. The methods in this book can be used with var...
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Book
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$71.95
Record posted/updated:
May 31, 2018
R070124
Wisdom Keepers
In Wisdom Keepers, from the Dance Alive series, powwow dances such as the Grass, Jingle and men's and women's Fancy dances are demonstrated. History and issues surrounding First Nations dances are discussed and dancers are interviewed.
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Video
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Free
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070094
Honoring the People
Each CD contains 13-21 selections that are clearly listed on the CD liner. The liner opens to provide some background information on the type of traditional dance, on regalia and the type of movement. Each liner also has an illustration of a typical dancer in the appropriate regalia. The music includes the drum and vocal chanting for each piece. This resource provides authentic First Nations music that can be used for listening or to support dance.
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Honoring the People. Chicken Dance
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Honoring the People. Grass Dance
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Honoring the People. Men's Fancy
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Honoring the People. Men's Traditional
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Honoring the People. Women's Fancy
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Honoring the People. Women's Traditional
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CD/DVD
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$20.00 (each CD)
Record posted/updated:
September 3, 2019
R070378
Canadian Heritage Collection Series
This series focuses on Canada during the 20th century through the use of primary documents. Each book addresses a particular Canadian theme and examines it by decade from 1900 to 2000. Whether the topic is visual art, pop culture or advertising, each book uses an excellent selection of original photographs, drawings, writings and maps to bring the topic and the time period to life. This appealing series offers students a wealth of insight into our country's past and its people. Each book incl...
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Advertising: Reflections of Culture and Values
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Popular Culture
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The Visual Arts
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Book
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Record posted/updated:
October 20, 2019
R070005
Chasing the Tale of Contemporary Dance
This book is really a commentary written by Carol Anderson after she spent the summer of 1998 at the Canadian Dance Festival. Her observations and feelings after the Festival led her to write not only about the performers and their dances, but to include writings about other aspects of dance. Chapters include her thoughts about the diversity in Canadian dance, a brief history of festivals in Canada and profiles of both men and women dancers. Many black-and-white photographs are featured. This...
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Book
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$24.95
Record posted/updated:
June 7, 2017
R070136
Canadian Museum of History
Access to displays related to the arts and culture is provided on this site. In addition, there are sections for students and teachers which provide teaching aids and selected learning resources, as well as information on educational programs offered at the museum.
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Record posted/updated:
August 29, 2020
R104130
Les points de vue. 5e, 6e, 7e et 8e année
À l’aide des directives du programme d’enseignement de la danse, les élèves seront invités à trouver leur propre vocabulaire relatif aux mouvements, à créer de courtes séquences de danse et à explorer différentes dynamiques de la danse. Pour ce faire, le concept « les points de vue », conçu par Anne Bogart et Tina Landau, sera un outil d’inspiration utilisé pour ces ateliers. Les points de vue sont un guide pratique pour créer des compositions en utilisant différents points de vue pour se con...
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Video
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Free
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April 26, 2021
R013612
Dance with Heather Cameron. Grades 5 & 6
Using pop culture music and videos as stimuli, students create movement vocabularies based on their artistic interpretation and personal perspective. Through demonstrations and group-led improvisations, students investigate their range of movement and explore a wider spectrum of physical qualities that instill concepts such as contrast and repetition.
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Video
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Free
Record posted/updated:
April 28, 2020
R104501
Ask Artists Series
Ask Artists is an inquiry-based learning program for teachers and students. Each episode is an in-depth and intimate journey with a Saskatchewan artist. Artists share candid moments and show students that artists are real people with skills, successes, failures and dreams.
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Ask Artists Episode 2: “I Am” Puppetry (Part 1: Meet The Artist) - Crispi Lord
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Ask Artists Episode 2: “I Am” Puppetry (Part 2: Making Puppets) - Crispi Lord
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Ask Artists Episode 2: “I Am” Puppetry (Part 3: All About Puppet Shows) - Crispi Lord
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Ask Artists Episode 2: “I Am” Puppetry (Part 4: Putting on a Puppet Show) - Crispi Lord
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Ask Artists Episode 6: “Move It” Movement (Part 1: Meet The Artist) - Mitchell Larsen
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Ask Artists Episode 6: “Move It” Movement (Part 2: Getting Comfortable with Movement) - Mitchell Larsen
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Ask Artists Episode 6: “Move It” Movement (Part 3: Creating a Dance) - Mitchell Larsen
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Ask Artists Episode 6: “Move It” Movement (Part 4: Dance Performance) - Mitchell Larsen
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Video
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Free
Record posted/updated:
December 2, 2021
R013533
Métis Jigging Part 2. Grades 5, 6, 7 & 8
Krystle Pederson is a traditional jigger and Métis dance instructor. In Métis Jigging Part 2, Krystle talks about different styles of fiddle music and how jigging steps are incorporated into other styles of dance. Through demonstrations and practise, students build on the skills and knowledge gained in Part 1. Krystle introduces new jigging steps with an emphasis on travelling and working with a partner. She also demonstrates and shares her belief in the importance of community and working to...
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Video
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Free
Record posted/updated:
April 4, 2022
R053615
Deepening the Discussion: Gender and Sexual Diversity
This document will assist individuals and communities to engage in meaningful discussions and actions to respond to the experiences, perspectives and needs of students and families who are gender and/or sexually diverse (GSD). It will: assist school divisions, central office personnel, administrators, educators, First Nations and Métis organizations and community partners to develop a deeper understanding of gender and sexual diversity; assist in understanding the unique educational, health a...
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
February 13, 2019
R102702
Treaty Education Outcomes and Indicators
The Treaty Education outcomes and indicators at each grade level are designed to engage learners on a journey of inquiry and discovery. When meaningfully and thoughtfully incorporated into subject areas, Treaty Education moves beyond an idea to become actualized as a belief that benefits all learners.
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
February 13, 2019
R103070
Historical Learning Resources Updates
Learning Resources Updates provided an annual supplement to every subject-specific bibliography that supported K-12 curricula.
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 2, 2019