Dance to the Best Song Ever
Choose your favorite song, learn basic steps, create a short choreography, practice counting beats and rhythm, then perform for family or friends.
Step-by-step guide to Dance to the Best Song Ever
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Step 1
Pick your favorite song to dance to.
Step 2
Choose an open safe space to dance.
Step 3
Clear toys and obstacles from the space so you have room.
Step 4
Press play on your song to start it.
Step 5
Listen to the whole song once to hear how it flows.
Step 6
Tap your hand or foot to the music to find the steady beat for eight counts.
Step 7
Count the beats out loud as 1-2-3-4 for four measures to feel the rhythm.
Step 8
Practice the step-touch: step to the side then touch with the other foot until it feels easy.
Step 9
Practice the two-step: step forward and bring the other foot to meet it, then repeat.
Step 10
Practice a simple spin: take two small steps and turn once in a comfy way.
Step 11
Use paper and pencil to plan a short 8 to 16 count choreography by combining your three moves.
Step 12
Practice the choreography slowly while counting the beats until you can do it smoothly.
Step 13
Perform your dance for family or friends with energy and a big smile.
Step 14
Share your finished creation on DIY.org.
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!
Help!?
What can I use if I don't have a music player, speakers, or paper and pencil?
Use a phone or tablet to press play on your song and a whiteboard, dry-erase board, or drawing app instead of paper and pencil for planning.
What should I do if I can't find the steady beat or keep losing the 1-2-3-4 count while tapping or practicing?
If you can't find the steady beat during the 'Tap your hand or foot to the music' step, try tapping to the bass or snare, clap on each downbeat and say '1-2-3-4' out loud, or slow the song on your device to practice counting four measures.
How can I change this activity for younger kids or older kids?
For younger children, simplify by using just the step-touch from the practice steps, limit choreography to 8 counts and have an adult count aloud, while older kids can plan 16 counts on paper, add spins or faster tempos, and practice transitions slowly.
How can we make the dance more exciting before performing or sharing it on DIY.org?
Use your paper and pencil plan to add a signature move or prop, practice facial expressions and energy during the 'Perform your dance for family or friends' step, and record a short edited clip on your phone to upload to DIY.org.
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Facts about dance for kids
🕺 Archaeologists have found ancient cave art and murals that suggest people were dancing thousands of years ago.
👯 Counting out loud (1-2-3-4) helps dancers hit the 'downbeat'—beat 1—so everyone stays in sync.
🧠 Learning and practicing choreography boosts memory and coordination because you link movement to timing.
🎶 Most pop songs use a 4/4 time signature, making it easy to count beats in groups of four for choreography.
🎭 Performing even for family or friends can build confidence and reduce stage fright with each practice show.
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