Ms. Toni Consults

03/14/2025

Did You Know? Play is essential for early childhood development! In dance classes, playful activities help children aged 3-5 enhance coordination, creativity, social skills, and confidence. When learning feels like play, kids stay engaged and develop a lifelong love for movement. ✨💃🏾🎶

To explore more about teaching young dancers, check out my children's book, Ms. Toni's First Day Teaching Ballet.A digital download! Go to my Linktree, https://linktr.ee/the.mstoni and download your book that includes coloring sheets and a ballet video-Select Ms. Toni’s Digital Boutique.

03/13/2025

Did You Know? Props can transform a dance class into a magical, engaging experience for young dancers! ✨🎭 From scarves that become butterfly wings to hoops that turn into magical portals, props spark imagination, enhance coordination, and help little ones (ages 3-5) connect movement with storytelling.

Using props makes learning more interactive, keeps kids engaged, and boosts creativity in every class!

To explore more about teaching young dancers, check out my children's digital book, Ms. Toni's First Day Teaching Ballet. Link in Bio.PreschoolDance

03/10/2025

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 My Little!

03/07/2025

Did you know… Repetition in dance class builds confidence? 💃🏾✨When little ones practice the same movements over and over, they gain muscle memory, body awareness, and most importantly—confidence! Repeating steps helps them feel comfortable and proud as they master new skills.✨ Pro Tip for Teachers:Make repetition fun by turning it into a game! Try using music changes, different speeds, or even letting students be the leader for extra engagement.💡 Parent Tip:Encourage your child to show you what they learned in class! Ask, “Can you teach me your special dance move?” Teaching reinforces learning and makes them feel accomplished!

03/04/2025

Grandparents Day in Class 🩰

02/22/2025

Tiny Dancers!

02/22/2025

Oh the fun

02/22/2025

My Littles🩰💖

04/12/2024

Join us for next week’s Literacy in Motion.

Our little ballerinas are loving our Literacy in Motion classes. The FREE dance class continues at the Cossitt Library on April 17. We still have space available. Click on the link to register. ❤️

https://memphis.librarycalendar.com/event/literacy-motion-ballet-5638