Musical Movement Storytelling
•Year 1
•Dance
•Test audio system beforehand, ensure good volume throughout space
Alternative: Any pirate-themed music with strong beat
Have ready to play at start of lesson
Alternative: Gentle, medium-tempo music for warm-up activities
Position centrally for clear sound coverage, test volume levels
Alternative: Bluetooth speaker, laptop speakers
Creating and arranging dance movements in a sequence
A sequence of 8 beats or movements counted aloud
How high or low your body is - high (standing/jumping), medium (crouching), low (on floor)
How you move - fast or slow, sharp or smooth, strong or gentle
A series of movements performed one after another in order
Dancing for others to watch and enjoy
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Vocabulary development (choreography, dynamics, level), storytelling through movement, performance skills
Counting in 8s, understanding sequence and patterns, timing and rhythm counting
Life in pirate times, understanding historical contexts through creative interpretation
Cooperation and teamwork, confidence building, respecting others' performances, dealing with nerves
Position centrally during group work, move around pairs during creation time, stand at front corner during performances for good visibility
Watch for timing and coordination, note creative interpretations of pirate actions, monitor partner collaboration, assess performance confidence
Step in if pairs struggle to work together, support students lacking confidence, redirect if movements become unsafe, guide reflection discussion with questions
Use exaggerated movements for visibility, maintain pirate character throughout, show enthusiasm for their creativity, model positive feedback and encouragement
Minimum 15m x 10m clear space for whole class choreography and pair work
Clean, dry, non-slip floor suitable for dance movement
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, apply first aid if qualified, seek additional help if needed
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