Musical Hoops with Emotions
A musical movement game where students travel around hoops showing different emotions
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About This Activity
A musical movement game where students travel around hoops showing different emotions
Quick Info
8 mins
high
20
10m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Hoops
10-12 for class of 30
Music player and speakers
1 set
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Social
Inclusive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Body Control
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Creative Expression
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
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