Poetry Movement Interpretation

Groups create movement sequences inspired by verses of poetry

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Groups create movement sequences inspired by verses of poetry

Quick Info

moderate

15m x 15m with group working areas

Equipment Required

Poem Copies

1 per group (6-8 copies)

Background music player

1 system

Group area markers

4-6 sets

Music Player

As needed

Markers

As needed

Selection of poems or text excerpts

1 per student plus spares

Background music (optional)

1 music system

Suitable For

Year 5

Year 4

Year 6

Year 8

Suitable Sports

Dance

Activity Tags

Features

Creative

Inclusive

Engaging

Teaching Focus

Guided Discovery

Cooperative Learning

Cognitive Challenge

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Creating Space

Team Play

Body Control

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Creative Expression

Space

Medium Space

Indoor/Outdoor

Weather

All Weather

Values

Communication

Cooperation

Respect

Intensity

Low Intensity