Welcome students and introduce the lesson. Share personal story about a dance you’ve experienced. Explain that over the next hour we’ll explore how dance connects to culture, health, and emotion.

Use a marker or digital annotation to jot student responses live. Encourage quick think–pair–share after initial brainstorming.

Read each objective aloud and connect it to why it matters for their lives. Check for understanding.

Show images or short clips of Kathak, Flamenco, Hip-Hop. Ask volunteers to describe cultural symbols or stories they notice.

Briefly summarize each style’s origin and significance. Invite EL students to use sentence frames.

Play only the first 5 minutes of the compilation. Pause at natural transitions to let students jot notes.

Guide students as they fill out their worksheets. Circulate to clarify prompts and support observations.

Remind students to use the rubric for self-evaluation. Offer sketching option for those who prefer visuals.

Invite 2–3 volunteers to share insights. Highlight common themes and unique perspectives.