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Poetry to Movement Translation

Children listen to poetry and create movements inspired by specific words and phrases

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About This Activity

Children listen to poetry and create movements inspired by specific words and phrases

Quick Info

moderate
20
6m x 6m minimum

Equipment Required

Age-appropriate poem with strong imagery

1

Visual display of poem

1

Printed poem verses

1 per group

Clipboards or hard surfaces

1 per group

Poetry Verses

As needed

Clipboards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3
Year 1
Year 5
Year 4
Year 2
Reception
Nursery

Suitable Sports

Dance

Activity Tags

Features

Creative
Inclusive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge

Space

Indoor
Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Creating Space
Team Play
Body Control

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Activity Type

Skill Drill
Creative Expression

Weather

All Weather

Values

Communication
Cooperation
Respect