Mind Map to Movement Translation
Collaborative creation of theme vocabulary then translation of words into expressive movements
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Collaborative creation of theme vocabulary then translation of words into expressive movements
Quick Info
moderate
25
Large enough for individual movement plus seated area
Equipment Required
Whiteboard or large paper
1
Markers or pens
2-3 different colours
Whiteboards
As needed
Markers
As needed
Whiteboard or flipchart
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Adaptable
Inclusive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Low Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Creating Space
Team Play
Catching
Body Control
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Creative Expression
Weather
All Weather
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