Vocabulary Movement Creation
Students create movements inspired by descriptive vocabulary words through mind mapping and exploration
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About This Activity
Students create movements inspired by descriptive vocabulary words through mind mapping and exploration
Quick Info
moderate
24
6m x 8m minimum
Equipment Required
Whiteboard or flip chart
1
Markers or pens
2-3
Whiteboards
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Creating Space
Body Control
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Creative Expression
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
Low Intensity
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