Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum

The Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum is ideal for boys and girls ages 3-5. The program follows the Whole Child Dance Method™ which meets children where they are in their development to ensure no child is left behind in their early years of dance education. The Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum follows a Conceptualized-Thematic approach to dance education designed to build connections between the child's brain development and the foundations of their dance education, the dance concepts! Dance to Learn® Creative Dance classes provide multi-sensory experiences throughout a progressive Class Flow, with the purpose to captivate multiple learning styles and guarantee comprehension and retention of the subjects and technique learned. The Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum follow 4 Pillars to ensure each class is Educational, Engaging, Enriching & Essential to build a solid foundation for future dance studies.

Whole Child Dance Education helps children connect their dance education to real-world experiences to compliment their DEVELOPMENT, maximize their COMPREHENSION and increase their knowledge RETENTION.
What We Offer
Conceptualized-Thematic Lesson Plans
Digital Resource Library
Dance to Learn® Community
Continued Dance Education
Amazon Gift Card & Discount Code
The Whole Child Dance Method™

Our Curriculum

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CONCEPTUALIZED-THEMATIC CURRICULUM
In the Curriculum, dancers explore 17 Dance Concepts alongside a 12 month Thematic Timetable.
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SENSORY ENRICHED
The Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum has been composed to captivate 4 different learning modalities.
03
EMOTIONALLY ENGAGING
Classes prioritize Emotional Engagement with communicative techniques that encourage conversation & connection.
04
COMMUNITY CENTERED
The Creative Dance Curriculum is rooted in Community with emphasis placed on Community Building Exercises in our Learner's Circle.
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DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE
The Curriculum adheres to Developmentally Appropriate Practices across the 4 learning domains.
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CREATIVE EXPLORATION
The Curriculum focuses on the importance of student-lead learning through Creative Exploration!
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SYSTEMIZED CLASSROOM ROUTINE
The Curriculum observes a Systemized Classroom Routine following a progressive Class Flow.
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FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
We value the importance of Family Engagement to encourage the continuation of the dance education at home.
What's Included? A Membership provides you access to our research and evidence based Whole-Child Creative Dance 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!
Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Membership

What's Included?

A Membership provides you access to our research and evidence based Whole-Child Creative Dance 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® 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!
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® 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
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 10%)

  • Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum

  • 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

  • 15% Member Discount Code

  • Member Onboarding Course

  • 20 Minute Zoom Call with Jessica

$15 AMAZON GIFT CARD WITH PURCHASE

$314/YR

MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP

  • Dance to Learn® Creative Dance Curriculum

  • 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

  • 15% Member Discount Code

  • Member Onboarding Course

  • 20 Minute Zoom Call with Jessica

$15 AMAZON GIFT CARD WITH PURCHASE

$29/mo

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!
Peek Inside a Lesson Plan!
Dancing the Life Cycle of a Butterfly (Creative Dance) Lesson Plan

In this FREE Lesson, dancers will explore the Life Cycle of a Butterfly while learning about the dance concept of Sequencing or placing movements together in order to tell a story. This is a Creative Dance lesson plan recommended for children age 3-5

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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!

Still not sure if the Creative Dance Membership is right for you? Schedule a Complimentary 20 Minute Zoom Call for a tour of the Creative Dance Resource Library and Features.