Creative Story Movement Workshop
Children create and perform their own movements to represent different stories or themes
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About This Activity
Children create and perform their own movements to represent different stories or themes
Quick Info
moderate
18
8m x 8m for individual work plus audience area
Equipment Required
Whiteboard or flip chart
1
Markers or pens
3-4
Whiteboards
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Reception
Nursery
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Skills
Creating Space
Team Play
Body Control
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Creative Expression
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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