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"I really don’t know exactly what 'dancing' is all about yet. I’m here because Mom seems to think it’s a good thing for me, and I pretty much just try to do what she asks at this point in my life." A letter from a young dancer-to-be. ❤️ https://t.co/NMJjnoTt8l #ballet #dance

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The privilege you have as an influencer in their lives must never be underestimated. You have the chance to change their world and inspire the next generation of artists. Cherish it! https://t.co/5ltIPcVvRD #ballet #dance

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This is a great way to mix up class. You don’t have to change the steps they are learning in class or even the music you are using because the story itself will help it all feel brand new. https://t.co/FGaH5y7ywj #ballet #dance #teachballetwell

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Teaching "littles" has taught me so much in the past 14 years of teaching. It is not easy, and it is not necessarily for everyone! With the right information, and enough patience, anyone can learn! https://t.co/oUdf9geAvk #ballet #dance #teachballetwell

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Do you visibly panic when they just aren't getting it? Do you lose your temper at the child who won't sit still? Keep the whole person in mind as you guide them through strong feelings, and take a deep breath before class begins. You got it! https://t.co/5ltIPcVvRD #ballet #dance

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Child Development experts know that this rule always applies: “Behavior that gets attention will always be repeated, even if the attention is negative!” Children want attention more than anything else. Negative is better than none at all. https://t.co/FQSIBBmkTn #ballet #dance

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Your presence in their life has the ability to resonate for years to come. They may not remember your name, but you gave all you had to them in the moments you had with them; they took those things and now you are a part of them. https://t.co/TTHQ6SvB5N #ballet #dance

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Teachers are selfless. We love our students as if they were our own. If we're lucky, we get to see them develop as individuals with a strong and confident voice. It all starts with the giving heart of their teacher. https://t.co/SPl0PRDJzr #ballet #dance #teachballetwell #inspire

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"How much is too much?" or "When should I teach...?" have been two of the most common questions I've received from ballet teachers over the years. It often takes a great deal of focus and dedication to properly pace the lessons you give. https://t.co/spSGkHFSvo #ballet #dance

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It's tried and true: if you smile at them from a place of genuine interest and care, they'll always respond well. #teachballetwell #ballet #dance #backtoschool https://t.co/SPl0PRDJzr

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Lessons learned in #ballet class are far beyond movement or specific steps. We are teaching them to be kind, compassionate, thinking individuals who will make a difference in the world they live in. Lead them by example. #teachballetwell #dance #balletteacher #danceteacher

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A new year, a new opportunity to change the world. 💖 Let's go, #ballet teachers! 💪 #teachballetwell #dance #balletteacher #danceteacher #teacherappreciation #changetheworld Visit --> https://t.co/5ltIPcVvRD

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It's such a beautiful thing to see! What a privilege we have as #teachers to be a part of this discovery. 🎶 #teachballetwell #ballet #balletinspiration https://t.co/5ltIPcVvRD

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It shines through! What they see most clearly is your passion, and it's what they'll remember most about who you are and how you teach. #teachballetwell #ballet #balletquotes #balletinspo https://t.co/SPl0PRDJzr

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We teach them slowly, and following logical progression, not just because they need to grow at the appropriate pace, but because it teaches them to enjoy the process and to develop a love for learning. #teachballetwell #patience https://t.co/SPl0PRDJzr

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Saying “You are ready to try it” is a great way to let them know that you have faith in them to take this step upward in skill level. Telling them that they have accomplished something will motivate them to stick to it. https://t.co/spSGkHFSvo #ballet #teachballetwell

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Even at the earliest age, ballet students are absorbing the classical principles we instill in them. From early on, there are fundamental movement and artistic elements that can be cultivated in order to develop their classical education. https://t.co/IZqPlE0eK3 #ballet

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Injury is, of course, the last thing we want for our students. Too often #pointe students are pushed too hard too soon, and they face irreversible damage to their joints or ligaments. https://t.co/1HcpPh4fIt #ballet #teachballetwell

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Belief can have an empowering or debilitating effect on you. You get to choose. #teachballetwell #believeinyourself #dance #ballet

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No matter your type, every arch should allow for the toes to make contact with the floor at exactly a 90º angle in pointe shoes. https://t.co/w1rCPzJe2T #ballet #pointe #teachballetwell