K-4
HALF DAY
Creative Movement
In-School Programmes, Performing Arts
Also available as an in school programme!
Experience the wonderful world of expressive movement in this imaginative workshop.
• Students learn how to engage their imagination as the driving force behind expressive movement
• Work with a professional dancer; explore sensory contrast, tempo, direction and whole body co-ordination
• Work with a Korean Dance Ribbon and learn how to articulate shapes in movement and rhythm.
• Learn about traditional dances from around the world (Grades 3-4)
• Educator’s learn a series of simple dance activities to assist with your in school dance programme
Curriculum connections:
Drama and Dance (Grades 1 – 4)
Visual Arts (Grades K – 4)
4-8
FULL DAY
ESL Paper Mask 
ESL, In-School Programmes
Also available as an in school programme!
Explore the rich history and tradition of mask-making in many different cultures; students use their imagination to create their own mask.
• Discover the rich history of mask-making around the world from a range of cultures, from the past into the present day
• Using paper sculpture techniques, create a life-sized mask
• Explore and experiment with 3-dimensional forms
• Learn to use terminology and vocabulary specific to working with paper masks
• Learn and practice six levels ESL skills throughout the programme
Curriculum connections:
ESL curriculum
Visual Arts (Grades 4-8)
Heritage and Citizenship: cultural history & use of masks (Grades 5-6)
K-3
HALF DAY
ESL Rod Puppets
ESL, In-School Programmes, Performing Arts
Calling all young puppeteers! Discover the history of rod puppets and puppet-making from around the world. Create a one-of-a-kind two faced Rod-Puppet using wooden spoons and a variety of materials like wool, buttons, feathers, and patterned fabrics.
• Students use their imagination to create facial expressions and personality in their puppet through a variety of materials
• Participate in puppetry activities involving movement, expression and sound, with their new puppet
• Use techniques of collage in creating their unique puppet
• Learn to use terminology and vocabulary specific to working with rod puppets
• Learn and practice six levels ESL skills throughout the programme
Curriculum connections:
ESL curriculum
Visual Arts (Grades 1 – 3)
Drama (Grades 1 – 3)
Oral and Visual Communication (Grades 1 – 3)
5-8
HALF DAY
Movement and Choregraphy
In-School Programmes, Performing Arts
Students unleash their potential for movement expression as they learn new dance vocabulary and how to choreograph!
• Work with a professional dancer and peers to create a unique dance presentation
• Learn new dance vocabulary; explore a wide range of dance styles from around the world
• Become familiar with the elements of choreography; use creative problem solving abilities
• Students discover their unique way of moving – their own dance signature!
Also available as an in school programme!
Curriculum Connections:
The Arts: Drama and Dance (Grades 5-8)
2-6
FULL DAY
Young Collograph Printmaking
In-School Programmes
Students explore the wonders of printmaking, including line, texture and pattern. Design and create a small series of prints to take home
• Examine prints made by Inuit artists
• Learn about the printmaking process, different ways of making prints, and vocabulary specific to printmaking
• Produce a small original series of coloured prints, inspired by the animals living in our city
Curriculum Connections:
Visual arts (Grades 2-6)
Life Systems: Animals (Grade 2)
