Emotion Through Movement Development
Students create and perform movement sequences that clearly express specific emotions and character reactions, developing storytelling through physical expression
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Students create and perform movement sequences that clearly express specific emotions and character reactions, developing storytelling through physical expression
Quick Info
moderate
24
15m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Emotion word cards
1 set (20-30 cards)
Music system
1
Cards
As needed
Tunnel Systems
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Creating Space
Team Play
Body Control
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Creative Expression
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
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