Word to Movement Translation

Students work in pairs to create movements that represent specific words or concepts

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About This Activity

Students work in pairs to create movements that represent specific words or concepts

Quick Info

moderate

12m x 8m minimum

Equipment Required

Word cards

1 per pair

Timer

Cards

As needed

Vocabulary word list

8-12 words

Background music (optional)

1 playlist

Whiteboard or flip chart

Background Music

As needed

Whiteboards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Dance

Activity Tags

Features

Creative

Inclusive

Interactive

Engaging

Teaching Focus

Guided Discovery

Cooperative Learning

Problem Solving

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness

Creating Space

Body Control

Coordination

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork

Communication

Cooperation

Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Creative Expression

Space

Medium Space

Indoor/Outdoor

Weather

All Weather

Intensity

Low Intensity