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Let’s Be A Character with Nikki Flinn
Learning Target: I can create a character through dramatic play. I can explore what a character does and how they feel. I can explore how their character qualities affect how they move through the world.
Learning Summary: Students will explore creating character through creative movement, sound, play, connection, and interview, focusing on details of physical, vocal, and emotional choices.
Arts Standard: TH4.PR1.KIdentify characters & setting
SEL Standard: "Standard 1: Self-Awareness & Identity: Identify and reflect upon one’s thoughts, emotions, behaviors, intersectional identity, and capabilities across situations and environments."
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Artist Information

- Artist: Nikki Flinn
- Location: Portland, OR
- Region: Northwest Oregon
- Art Medium: Theatre
This teaching artist is open to providing programming in schools. Please reach out using the contact information below.
Contact: [email protected]
ALNW Roster Link: Nikki Flinn