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Peer reviewedHibben, Julie; Scheer, Ruth – Teaching Exceptional Children, 1982
The article describes the program used in the Belmont (Massachusetts) public elementary schools involving the Dalcroze Eurhythmics approach to music and movement with special needs children. (SB)
Descriptors: Body Image, Cognitive Development, Disabilities, Elementary Education
Magruder, Ella – Journal of Physical Education and Recreation, 1981
Improvisation and imagery should be used to strengthen the thin bond between creativity and motor development in children. The approach to dance as an improvisational tool should be made more concrete when working with special populations such as mentally handicapped students. (JN)
Descriptors: Body Image, Creative Activities, Dance, Dance Therapy
Bradley, Elizabeth – Parks and Recreation, 1980
Educators are finding that children who excel early in physical activities also exhibit early academic potential. The Glassboro, New Jersey, Park and Recreation Department sponsors a program featuring teacher-directed group movement activities for children from three to six years old. Activities include warm-up movements, dances, and basic…
Descriptors: Body Image, Child Development, Motor Development, Movement Education
