Shake out those wiggles and dance your way into focus with this fun and energetic Dance Brain Break Cube!

Whether your kiddos are stuck indoors, need a movement reset, or just finished a long circle time, this easy-to-use gross motor activity gives them a playful, purposeful way to move.

This dance-themed cube is perfect for preschool, kindergarten, therapy sessions, or at home and it’s especially helpful for transitions, attention resets, or even indoor recess when everyone’s got the wiggles.

What’s Included in the Dance Brain Break Cube?

Each dance cube set includes two flexible cube options in both color and black & white:

• Inserts for Differentiated Instruction Cubes – Sized to fit photo cubes or soft pocket cubes
• Build-Your-Own Cube Template – Print, fold, and tape for an instant movement game

Included dance-inspired prompts:

• Tap your foot
• March around the room
• Move one side
• Reach up to the sky
• Kick your legs
• Reach down to the floor

Why Use the Brain Break Cube?

Brain breaks can help increase focus for anyone, especially children.

Skills Covered with the Dance Brain Break Cube:

Primary Skills:

• Gross motor coordination and balance
• Following verbal and visual directions
• Listening and self-regulation
• Directional awareness and movement vocabulary

Secondary Skills:

• Sensory input for body regulation
• Rhythmic movement and musicality
• Executive functioning and working memory
• Turn-taking and social participation
• Visual scanning and impulse control

How to Use the Dance Brain Break Cube:

1. Roll the cube to reveal a movement prompt.
2. Have students act out the movement using big, confident motions.
3. Repeat as needed for 1-minute movement breaks, circle time transitions, or a full dance party reset!

Use the DIY cube option for quick setup or print the inserts for a more durable classroom tool. Either way... it’s simple, quick, and zero-prep!

How to Implement:

These cubes work beautifully in all types of learning environments:

• Classrooms: Use during transitions, brain breaks, or whole-group movement
• Therapy sessions: Ideal for OT, PT, or speech sessions targeting motor planning
• Home learning: Great for homeschool, distance learning, or just for fun!
• Small groups: Promote teamwork, cooperation, and body awareness
• Sub plans: A ready-to-go tool for any sup plan folder

Standards Alignment:

• SEL Competencies: Self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and self-regulation
• Head Start ELOF: Perceptual, Motor, and Physical Development
• Virginia ELDS (2021): HPD1.1a, HPD1.1b – Gross motor coordination
• Texas Pre-K Guidelines: III.A.1 Uses a wide variety of movement words and actions
• Common Core Speaking & Listening K.1: Participate in collaborative conversations

Check out what other educators are saying:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Suzanne S. wrote, “I make Brain Break cubes to leave with my sub plans- subs appreciate these and my students love that I leave something different than the norm for them to do.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Melanie Z. wrote, “Love to use as brain breaks in the afternoon or when we have 10 minutes of extra time during the day.

Let’s Get Moving!

This Dance Brain Break Cube is the perfect way to get little bodies moving, laughing, and learning. It’s low-prep, high-energy, and super fun to implement anytime your learners need a wiggle break.

Add to your cart now and watch your classroom transform into a joyful dance floor of engaged learners!