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Ballet terminology worksheet for young students with handwriting practice of French ballet terms, definitions, and position diagrams.
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Ballet Terminology

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This printable ballet terminology worksheet introduces students in K–3rd grade to foundational ballet vocabulary in French and English. Students practice handwriting ballet terms including plié, tendu, dégagé, and rond de jambe; match movements with definitions; identify arm positions; and answer true/false questions on directional terms. Suitable for dance classes, arts units, or enrichment activities.

Subject:
Art
Topic:
Performing Arts
Grade Level:
K – 3rd Grade
Updated September 2025

Word Bank

  • plié
  • tendue
  • dégage
  • rond de jambe
  • grand battement
  • changé
  • sans changé
  • en crois
  • devant
  • derrière
  • à la quatrième devant
  • à la seconde
  • à la quatrième derrière
  • premier
  • seconde
  • demi seconde
  • troisième
  • quatrième en avant
  • quatrième en haut
  • cinquième en bas
  • cinquième en avant
  • cinquième en haut
  • port de bras
  • glissade
  • pas de chat
  • balancé
  • jeté
  • sauté
  • échappe
  • frappé*
  • temps levé*
  • passer*
  • coup de pieds*
  • retire*
  • chassé*
  • chaîne *
  • tourne/tour *
  • a terre*
  • en l’air *
  • assemblé***

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