This dance from Arabia is simple and easy that children will find it very enjoyable to perform.
MUSIC - is composed of one part of sixteen measures.
COUNT - one, two to a measure.
FORMATION - single circle, facing in, hands placed on neighbors' shoulders. No definite number of dancers are required. As many as can be accommodated may participate.
DIRECTIONS:
(a) Hop on L and place R heel in front (ct. 1), repeat same (ct. 2) ... 1 M
(b) Spring and hop on R and place L heel in front (ct. 1), repeat same (ct. 2) ... 1 M
(c) Step L sideward (ct. 1), step R across L in rear (ct. 2) ... 1 M
(d) With both feet, jump slightly forward (ct. 1), Jump backward to place (ct. 2) ... 1 M
(e) Repeat all (a-d) ... 4 M
Note: the dance may be repeated as many times as desired.