The Whole Child Dance Method™

Dance to Learn® the Whole-Child Dance Education Method. We believe in a conceptualized thematic approach to dance education with 8 core Principles within our Methodology. Our research based Curriculum ensures we develop the Exceptional Child through developmentally appropriate teaching strategies.

Whole Child Dance Education helps children connect their dance education to real-world experiences for maximum learning and retention.

What We Offer
Dance Resource Library

Dance to Learn® Members can grow their Library of Conceptualized-Thematic Lesson Plans designed using the Whole Child Dance Method™ as well as gain access to our Resource Library of Dance Games, Coloring Pages, Movement Cards and more!

Continued Dance Education

Dance to Learn® Members receive access to Continued Dance Education Courses for Dance Teachers and Studio Owners. The courses are formulated to build confidence in teaching skills, gain knowledge in teaching pedagogy, and build creativity in curriculum planning and development.

Dance to Learn® Community

Dance to Learn® Members gain access to our Private, Members-Only Dance to Learn® Community built right into your Library Dashboard, allowing you to connect to other members and the Dance to Learn® Team

Our Why

Hello Dance Teacher Friends!

Welcome to Dance to Learn® My name is Jessica Strong, I am the Creative Director and Owner and I am so excited that you are here! My passion in life is Dance Education! I love sharing the knowledge I've learned over the last 20 years as a retired ballerina, dance teacher and studio owner! Dance to Learn® has been the primary curriculum for my in-school dance program, Dance Exploration for 12 years. As a mobile dance teacher with schools as my primary clients, my goal was to create a curriculum that was EDUCATIONAL first. I knew that I wanted my curriculum to stand out. Recreational dance programs can be found in dance studios across America. Therefore I knew I wanted something different and unique designed and rooted in education and focused on what my students were learning in school. Second, I wanted my curriculum to be ENGAGING. I wanted to create a multi-sensory educational dance curriculum that captivated the whole child by providing multiple sensory opportunities designed for all 4 primary learning types. Lastly I wanted a curriculum that was ENRICHING and involved parents and caregivers outside of the studio to encourage continued learning at home.

The 8 Principles of the Whole Child Dance Method™

The Whole Child Dance Method™ follows 8 Principles that build the foundation of the Dance to Learn® Curriculum to ensure we reach every child at every age and stage of their dance education journey.

  • Principle 1: Conceptualized-Thematic Curriculum
  • Principle 2: Sensory Enriched
  • Principle 3: Emotionally Engaging
  • Principle 4: Community Centered
  • Principle 5: Developmentally Appropriate
  • Principle 6: Creative Exploration
  • Principle 7: Systemized Classroom Routines
  • Principle 8: Family Engagement

Benefits of a Whole Child Dance Education

  • Rooted in Research

  • Evidence Based

  • Knowledge Retention

  • Higher Engagement

  • Enrollment Longevity

  • School Achievement

  • Sensory Processing

  • Milestone Mastery

  • and more...

What's Included? A Membership provides you access to our research and evidence based Whole-Child Lesson Plans, Digital Downloads, Monthly Continued Dance Education Courses, the Dance to Learn® Community...and access to a dance industry leader at your finger tips!

Explore our Features
Dance to Learn® Members can grow their Library of Conceptualized-Thematic Lesson Plans designed using the Whole Child Dance Method™ as well as gain access to our Resource Library of Dance Games, Coloring Pages, Movement Cards and more!

Every Lesson Plan Includes:
- Printable Teacher's Guide
- Lesson Plan Summary
- Embedded Music Playlists
- Shopable Prop Lists
- Video Demonstrations of Each Activity
- Class Downloads
- Coloring Pages
- Movement Cards
- Family Engagement Activities
Dance to Learn® Community Members receive access to a Digital Resource Library with 100s of Dance Games, Activities, Coloring Pages, Movement Cards, Family Engagement Activities and more!
Some of the Digital Resources include:
- Movement Cards
- Coloring Pages
- Dance Games
- Skill Tracker Sheets
- Dance Games
- Dance at Home Activities
When you become a Dance to Learn® Community Member, you have access to the following Additional Member Benefits:

- Amazon Gift Card with Purchase
- Member Discount Code
- Member Onboarding
- 20 Minute Zoom Call
- No Contracts
Dance to Learn® Members receive access to Continued Dance Education Courses for Dance Teachers and Studio Owners. The courses are formulated to build confidence in teaching skills, gain knowledge in teaching pedagogy, and build creativity in curriculum planning and development.

Courses Explore the Following Topics:
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Studio Solutions
- Curriculum Development
- Teaching Strategies
- ...and more!
Dance to Learn® Members gain access to our Private, Members-Only Dance to Learn® Community built right into your Library Dashboard, allowing you to connect with other members and the Dance to Learn® Team

Topics in the Community Include:
- Live Stream Classes Taught by Jessica Strong - News and Announcements
- New Releases
- Teacher Introductions
- Teacher Questions Forum
- Amazon Store Links
- Dance to Learn® Podcast Episodes
- Teaching Guides & Checklists
- Apple & Spotify Playlists
- & More!
Meet Jessica

Hello Dance Teacher Friends! After 30 years in the dance industry, I have created the Whole-Child Approach to Dance Education to provide dance teachers and studio owners with a Preschool Dance Curriculum that has been rooted in research and grounded with evidentiary success.

As I worked as a performing professional ballerina, I also managed and grew Colorado's premiere in-school Dance Program: Dance Exploration. I created the Dance to Learn® Curriculum for children in-school settings. The Curriculum has been developed with the child in mind - and focused on how children learn, both in and out of the classroom. ​

The Dance to Learn® Curriculum has been shared with thousands of children in schools, dance studios, recreation centers and homes for 15 years. The Whole-Child Approach to Dance Education is trusted with Educators, Parents and Dance Industry Professionals nationwide.

​I can't wait for you to join our Community!

My Promise to You and Your Students!
  • Focused on the Child: The Curriculum & Resources available in your membership are focused with the whole-child in mind and promises to be educational, engaging, enriching & essential.
  • Develops &Grows with you and your Studio: New Curriculum and Resources are added frequently, allowing your preschool dance program to grow and serve more families following the Whole-Child Approach to Dance Education.
  • Based on Research & Evidence: The Dance to Learn® Curriculum is rooted in research and our Principles of Whole-Child Dance Education grounded in evidence.
  • Easily Accessible: The Membership allows you access to Dance Industry Leader Jessica Strong through the Dance to Learn® Community, discussion boards within the Curriculum pages, and monthly Zoom Calls.

Simple Monthly or Annual Memberships

...you control how and when you pay!

Annual Membership (Save 15%)

  • Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum

  • Dance to Learn® Ballet Curriculum

  • Dance to Learn® Hip Hop Curriculum

  • Dance to Learn® Tap Curriculum (Presented by Dance Dance Hooray)

  • Dance to Learn® Digital Resource Library (All Curriculums)

  • Monthly Members Only Continued Dance Education Course

  • Access to Live Streamed Classes and Events

  • Dance to Learn® Community

  • 20% Member Discount Code

  • Member Onboarding Course

  • 20 Minute Zoom Call with Jessica

$25 Amazon Gift Card with Purchase

$602/Yr

Monthly Membership ($59/Month)

  • Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum

  • Dance to Learn® Ballet Curriculum

  • Dance to Learn® Hip Hop Curriculum

  • Dance to Learn® Tap Curriculum (Presented by Dance Dance Hooray)

  • Dance to Learn® Digital Resource Library (All Curriculums)

  • Monthly Members Only Continued Dance Education Course

  • Access to Live Streamed Classes and Events

  • Dance to Learn® Community

  • 20% Member Discount Code

  • Member Onboarding Course

  • 20 Minute Zoom Call with Jessica

$25 Amazon Gift Card with Purchase

$59/Mo

What our Members Say

My Students LOVE this, even the older students. Super creative, different and fun. Big Thank You!

Alyssia F "Big Thank You!"

I've been following your work for quite some time and I really appreciate the creativity you put into it. Thank you for the inspiration.

Zeynep M "Inspiring"

Firstly, I think all that you share is remarkable and so so generous and incredible. You are wonderful at all that you do and it's such a gift that you share your knowledge with us all.

GW Dance Studio "Remarkable"
Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum

The Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Program is ideal for boys and girls ages 3-5. The program follows the 8 Principles of the Whole-Child Approach to Dance Education. Each Conceptualized-Thematic lesson plan introduces a dance concept or principle using kid-friendly themes, props and music! Dance to Learn® Creative Dance classes are multi-sensory and designed with the whole child in-mind. The Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Program follow 4 Pillars to ensure each class is Educational, Engaging, Enriching & Essential to build a solid foundation for future dance studies.

  • 22+ Conceptualized-Thematic Lesson Plans
  • 30+ Digital Resources
  • ...and Growing!
Dance to Learn® Ballet Curriculum

The Dance to Learn® Ballet Program is ideal for boys and girls ages 4-7. The program follows the 8 Principles of the Whole-Child Approach to Dance Education. Each Conceptualized-Thematic lesson plan introduces a dance concept or principle using kid-friendly themes, props and music! Dance to Learn® Ballet classes are multi-sensory and designed with the whole child in-mind. The Dance to Learn® Ballet Program follow 4 Pillars to ensure each class is Educational, Engaging, Enriching & Essential to build a solid foundation for future ballet studies.

  • 17+ Conceptualized-Thematic Lesson Plans
  • 25+ Digital Resources
  • ...and Growing
Dance to Learn® Hip Hop Curriculum

The Dance to Learn® Hip Hop Program is ideal for boys and girls ages 3-7. The program follows the 8 Principles of the Whole-Child Approach to Dance Education. Each Conceptualized-Thematic lesson plan introduces a dance concept or principle using kid-friendly themes, props and music! Dance to Learn® Hip Hop classes are multi-sensory and designed with the whole child in-mind. The Dance to Learn® Hip Hop Program follow 4 Pillars to ensure each class is Educational, Engaging, Enriching & Essential to build a solid foundation for future Hip Hop studies.

  • 13+ Conceptualized-Thematic Lesson Plans
  • 16+ Digital Downloads
  • ...and Growing!
Dance to Learn® Tap Curriculum: Presented by Dance Dance Hooray!

Dance to Learn® has partnered with dance dance HOORAY! to provide our members with themed, kid-friendly preschool tap classes recommended for children ages 3-7! The dance dance HOORAY tap lessons will take your students on a fun journey into imagination, while learning and reviewing important tap skills! Each themed lesson incorporates imagery with age-appropriate exercises to teach musicality, rhythmic patterns, tempo, sequencing, and motor tools. Your dancers will work on the building-blocks of tap dance vocabulary needed to provide a strong foundation for future tap skills.

  • 12+ Conceptualized-Thematic Lesson Plans
  • 23+ Digital Resources
  • ...and Growing!
Your Questions Answered
Access to a Dance Industry Leader

Get direct access to Jessica with monthly zoom calls, community discussions, and directly through the Curriculum Course Pages!

Frequently Asked Questions
A: The Dance to Learn® Membership provides a library of over 60 Lesson Plans with new resources added frequently.
A: The Dance to Learn® Membership provides access to 1 Dance Educator (single user license). If you would like additional dance teachers to access the resources, please email library@dancetolearn.co
A: No - the Dance to Learn® Membership is not a license to use our name, logos or trademarks. You receive access to our Whole-Child Dance Education lesson plans which you can teach within your dance studio, classroom, or community center.
The Dance to Learn® Membership is available on a Monthly or Annual basis. The Membership is renewed automatically until cancelled.
Send us an email! library@dancetolearn.co
A: The Dance to Learn® Membership includes access to 4 Curriculums:
- The Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum
- The Dance to Learn® Ballet Curriculum
- The Dance to Learn® Hip Hop Curriculum
- The Dance to Learn® Tap Curriculum Presented by Dance Dance Hooray!
A: YES! You can use the Dance to Learn® Curriculum with any other Preschool Dance Curriculum for a full well-rounded dance experience for your students.
No - The Dance to Learn® Membership does not include a Teaching Certification.
No - There is no contract. Under a monthly renewal schedule, your membership will continue until cancelled. Annual Memberships renew annually.