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DocuSign Envelope ID: E006B9E0-6B06-40B4-8F37-243B8FA8D07E <br /> created shadow puppets, learned about light sources and the <br /> mechanics of movement, and developed and performed scenes <br /> using their puppets. <br /> Music <br /> Music can enhance classroom learning by energizing learning experiences, aiding in <br /> memorization and understanding, increasing attention, building community, and allowing <br /> children time for creative expression (Johns Hopkins University). <br /> • Musician Charles Pettee returned to the PreK and Kindegarten <br /> classrooms at New Hope Elementary this year to lead a residency <br /> in connection with The ArtsCenter's presentation of The Rainbow <br /> Fish, a musical by ArtsPower. During the residency, Pettee read <br /> the story of The Rainbow Fish and introduced students to <br /> characters through song, connecting each character with a <br /> different musical instrument, Children were prepared to attend the <br /> performance and learned the themes of the story, such as sharing <br /> and community, through this residency. <br /> Dance and Movement <br /> Dance and movement are often used to teach about world cultures in our <br /> residencies. Students and teachers appreciate this time to get up and move around, <br /> which helps students connect with each other, builds confidence, and gives children a <br /> creative outlet (The Inspired Classroom). Dance and movement are very popular choices <br /> for our Artist Residencies! <br /> • Dance and theatre artist Katie Moorehead worked with the <br /> Kindergarten classes at Central Elementary, emphasizing shapes <br /> and rhythm. Students created shapes with their bodies and each <br /> other, learned about tempos and levels, and danced to African <br /> music before attending the School Show Jabali African <br /> Acrobats at The ArtsCenter. <br /> • For the 2nd grade classes at Central, creative movement <br /> instructor Virginia Danford taught a residency exploring the <br /> relationship between vibration and sound. Students learned to <br /> work together through improvised movement exercises and <br /> explored world cultures through dance and music. <br /> Dramatic Art <br /> Drama is another popular choice for our residencies. Our Teaching Artists have used <br /> readers' theatre, scene work and improvisation to enhance concepts from reading <br />