This resource features a lively collection of 13 tunes and 20 time-tested dances from traditions such as folk dancing, square dancing, contra dancing, and singing games. Designed for use by non-professional dance leaders, all dances are suitable for classroom instruction (K-12) or for family-oriented events such as weddings, parties and festivals. It features charming illustrations and clear, explicit instructions that are useful for community dance events and teachers wanting to expand dance into other curriculum areas. Musical notation is included for seven of the dances. List of dances:

List of dances

Kinderpolka

Can't Jump Josie

Ach Ja!

Bingo

Caimarusa

Sasha!

Ozark Rag

Alphabet Soup

Grand March

Rick's Mixer

Blobs

Virginia Reel

Trains (Les P'tits Chars)

Weaver's Galopede

Alice Lake

Sanita Hill Circle

Northern Friends

Barn Dance

Family Waltz