A special visit from Weber State dance education students brought two engaging movement lessons into the classroom.

In the first lesson, students explored how animals move and survive in their environments through a “movement safari.” They studied how different animals walk, jump, stretch, and balance, then used their own bodies to recreate those movements. This supported learning about animal traits, habitats, and adaptations in an active, hands-on way.

In the second lesson, students learned about weather patterns by moving like wind, sunshine, and storms. Swirling, stretching, and rolling movements helped students model how weather behaves and affects the world, directly connecting to science and storytelling studies.

Students then applied this learning by using movement to communicate ideas, tell stories, and collaborate with classmates. Through dance, they demonstrated understanding of animals and weather while practicing focus, coordination, and teamwork.

These experiences transformed academic concepts into physical expression, helping students deepen comprehension while building creativity and confidence.