Poetry Movement Creation
Children listen to poetry lines and create movements inspired by the words and imagery
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About This Activity
Children listen to poetry lines and create movements inspired by the words and imagery
Quick Info
moderate
20
6m x 8m minimum
Equipment Required
Age-appropriate poem
1 copy, large print or displayed
Display method
1 (board, screen, or large paper)
Poem lines or word cards
15-20 different lines
Clipboards or hard surfaces (optional)
1 per pair
Cards
As needed
Clipboards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Nursery
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Creating Space
Team Play
Catching
Body Control
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Creative Expression
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
Low Intensity
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