Particle Dance: Particle physics in the dance studio

TL;DR

This paper presents a dance workshop designed to teach particle physics to children through embodied learning, fostering understanding and interest by integrating art and science in an interactive setting.

Contribution

It introduces an innovative interdisciplinary approach using dance to teach complex physics concepts to young learners, enhancing engagement and comprehension.

Findings

Children effectively learned particle physics concepts through dance.

The workshop increased interest and understanding of science among participants.

The approach bridged art and science, fostering interdisciplinary learning.

Abstract

A workshop using dance to introduce particle physics concepts to young children is presented. The workshop is realised in the dance studio, the children assume complete ownership of the activity and dance becomes the means to express ideas. The embodiment of the physics concepts facilitates knowledge assimilation, while empowering the students with respect to science. Beyond the scientific and artistic benefits of this workshop, this approach aspires to overcome the barriers between art and science; and open new interdisciplinary horizons for the students.