Building Children’s Personalities with Creative Dancing

Twirl into a world of self-expression with Building Children’s Personalities with Creative Dancing, a vibrant archival film—complete with a teacher’s study guide—that showcases dance as a joyful path to personal growth, crafted by writer-directors Lawrence P. Franks, Jr. and Gary Goldsmith. This mid-century gem sweeps you into a classroom where children leap and sway, their small bodies weaving stories through movement—arms arc like wings, feet tap out dreams, each step a brushstroke of art. The camera captures their transformation: a shy girl blooms into confidence with a pirouette, a restless boy finds focus in a rhythmic stomp, as dance unlocks courage, creativity, and connection. With lively footage and warm narration, the film demonstrates how freeform motion builds more than skill—it shapes character, fostering resilience and individuality. Franks and Goldsmith blend pedagogy with play, offering teachers a guide to nurture young spirits through dance’s embrace. Archival Moments revives this artistic journey—subscribe to dance through more from the studios of history!