Freeze Dance with Seasonal Actions
Children dance freely to music then freeze and perform specific seasonal movements when music stops
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About This Activity
Children dance freely to music then freeze and perform specific seasonal movements when music stops
Quick Info
10 mins
high
20
10m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Music system with stop/start control
1
Seasonal action cards
4
Music Player
As needed
Cards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Reaction Time
Body Control
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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