This week, kids become performers, creators, and storytellers, exploring drama, movement, expression, and imagination through playful, low-pressure activities. No stage fright here โ just confidence and fun!
๐ญ All abilities welcome
โจ No performance experience needed
๐ Focus on expression, not perfection
Goal: Learn what performing arts are and how people express themselves.
Supplies: None
How to do it:
Talk about singing, dancing, acting, puppets, and storytelling.
Watch short clips of performances (dance, music, plays).
Ask what types of performances your child likes best.
๐ Buzzy Prompt:
โIf you were on stage, what would you want to do?โ
Supplies: Space to move
How to do it:
Walk like you feel:
Happy
Sad
Excited
Silly
Talk about how bodies show feelings.
Goal: Creativity + ownership.
Supplies:
Dress-up clothes, scarves, hats, fabric scraps
How to do it:
Create a costume or character outfit.
Name your character.
Decide how they move or talk.
Supplies:
Paper bags or socks, markers, glue
How to do it:
Decorate your puppet.
Give it a voice.
Practice moving it while talking.
Goal: Language & storytelling.
Ideas:
Popcorn
Fruit โspotlightsโ
Snack trays for โaudience membersโ
Book Ideas:
The Day the Crayons Quit โ Drew Daywalt
Giraffes Canโt Dance โ Giles Andreae
Today I Feel Silly โ Jamie Lee Curtis
๐ Conversation Starter:
โHow would you act this part on stage?โ
Goal: Low-prep performance play.
Act out animals
Pretend to be characters
Freeze dance
Movie Picks:
Sing (PG)
The Sound of Music (G)
Annie (G)
๐ฟ Buzzy Tip: Applause is required!
Goal: Confidence + reflection.
How to do it:
Practice singing, dancing, acting, or puppets.
Choose what you want to perform.
Ask:
What was your favorite part of camp?
What did you love creating?
How did it feel to perform?
Invite family
Perform songs, dances, skits, or puppet shows
Take photos
Celebrate effort and bravery
๐ Standing ovation guaranteed!
Dress-up clothes or fabric
Paper bags or socks
Markers & glue
Paper
Snacks
Music (optional)
Printer access (optional)
Kids will:
โ๏ธ Build confidence
โ๏ธ Practice self-expression
โ๏ธ Celebrate creativity
Parents will:
๐ See growth and bravery
๐ Love the low-pressure fun
๐ End summer on a high note
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