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Scarf Dancing

Age1–4 years
Time5–15 min
MessLow-mess
EnergySome energy
SettingIndoor
Scarf Dancing

You'll need

  • Lightweight scarves or fabric pieces
  • Music

Steps

  1. 1Give each person a scarf
  2. 2Put on music
  3. 3Wave, twirl, and dance with scarves
  4. 4Try freeze dance with scarves

Why this works

Flowing fabric adds visual interest to movement while teaching rhythm.

Try also

  • Throw and catch scarves
  • Play peekaboo with scarves
  • Make scarf shapes in air

Ensure scarves are short enough to not wrap around neck.

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