Emotional Movement Motifs
Students explore and develop movements that represent different emotions, creating recognisable motifs for happy, sad, and surprised feelings
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About This Activity
Students explore and develop movements that represent different emotions, creating recognisable motifs for happy, sad, and surprised feelings
Quick Info
moderate
16
10m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Optional background music
1 music system
Emotion word cards (optional)
3-6 cards
Background Music
As needed
Cards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Creating Space
Body Control
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Creative Expression
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
Low Intensity
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