Movement & Music Fusion
•Reception
•Dance
•Distribute evenly across space, minimum 2 metres apart
Alternative: Poly spots, carpet squares, hoops laid flat
Queue up track and test volume level before lesson
Alternative: Traditional nursery rhyme sung by teacher
Have backup track ready in case of technical issues
Alternative: Any steady 4/4 tempo music (100-120 BPM)
Saying numbers in order to help us stay in time with music
The steady pulse we feel in music, like a heartbeat
Our special spot on the floor where we stand and dance
Different parts of our body like head, shoulders, knees and toes
When we show our dance to other people who are watching
People who sit quietly and watch a performance
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Counting to 8, understanding sequence and patterns, basic timing and rhythm
Body awareness, joint movement, balance and coordination, physical development
Move around perimeter of space for optimal visibility of all children, positioned to model movements clearly
Watch for body part isolation, safe movement range, rhythm awareness, and confidence levels
Step in immediately for unsafe movements, provide support for children struggling with concepts
Always demonstrate movements clearly and safely, emphasising controlled range of motion and good technique
Minimum 8m x 8m clear space, suitable for 30 base stations with 2m spacing
Non-slip, even surface suitable for standing, moving, and sitting activities
Established stop signal, clear pathways to exit, first aid knowledge for minor bumps
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