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FromRobotics for Young Children,
Ann Gadzikowski
What to have
You’ll need a music source, such as a CD or digital music player, and plenty of room to dance. When you’re selecting music for the robot dance party, you could choose any songs (from any genre) that are appropriate for young children. Electronic music, created using computers or synthesizers, is also a great choice.
What to do
To begin, turn on the music and invite the children to dance “like robots.” Some children may not have any prior knowledge or experience about how robots move, but some may have seen videos or cartoons of robots and may have some ideas about how a robot might move. If children need suggestions or ideas, here are some questions to ask:
- How do robots move?
- How is a robot different from a person? How is it the same?
- How would you dance if your legs were made out of metal or plastic?
- How would you dance if you had wheels instead of legs?
Why
Children will examine the similarities between music and dance, and will investigate what it means to be a robot through movement.
For more activities check out
Robotics for Young Children: STEM Activities and Simple Coding
By Ann Gadzikowski Copyright 2018 Preschool/KG