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ERIC Number: EJ558656
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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ISSN: ISSN-1082-3301
Dancing a Story: Myth and Movement for Children.
Swaim, Salome
Early Childhood Education Journal, v25 n2 p127-31 Win 1997
Outlines a method of storytelling and movement whereby the teacher tells a story and the children rework and dance the story. Describes supporting scholarly and philosophical concepts; classic myths of many cultures are noted as most appropriate for this process. Suggests that this method enhances cognitive function, stimulates imagination, impacts positively on memory, and elicits a sense of well-being. (KB)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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