Musical Movement Commands and Freeze
Students follow movement commands to music then freeze in balanced shapes when music stops
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About This Activity
Students follow movement commands to music then freeze in balanced shapes when music stops
Quick Info
moderate
20
10m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Music player and speakers
1 set
Boundary Markers
4-8 cones
Music Player
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Balance
Body Control
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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