Musical Freeze Dance with Actions
Children dance freely to music and perform specific movements when music stops
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About This Activity
Children dance freely to music and perform specific movements when music stops
Quick Info
8 mins
high
15
6m x 8m minimum
Equipment Required
Music system
1
Scarves or ribbons
1 per child
Tunnel Systems
As needed
Scarves
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Nursery
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Reaction Time
Body Control
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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