Feelings to Formations
•Year 2
•Dance
•Create stage areas for each group (4 cones per stage area)
Alternative: Markers, spots, or tape on floor
One card per group showing dice, triangle, or row formation
Alternative: Hand-drawn diagrams, tablet images
Queue appropriate dance music for practice and performance
Alternative: Tablet, phone with speaker
For displaying key vocabulary and formation diagrams
Alternative: Large paper, interactive board
A short sequence of movements that can be repeated and developed
The shape or pattern that dancers make when positioned together
When dancers are in their performance area, ready to dance
When dancers are waiting at the side, not yet performing
The way dancers move from 'off stage' to 'on stage' to begin their performance
When dancers perform the same movements but at different times
When all dancers perform the same movements at exactly the same time
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Vocabulary development with performance terminology, descriptive language for movement qualities, communication skills in group planning
Understanding geometric shapes through formations, counting beats and timing for entrances, spatial positioning and measurement
Visual composition through formation design, understanding performance aesthetics, creative expression through movement
Teamwork and collaboration skills, building confidence through performance, respecting others' creative contributions
Central location with clear sight lines to all stage areas, move between groups during practice
Group cooperation, formation accuracy, entrance creativity, performance confidence
Step in if groups struggle with planning, support less confident performers, manage group dynamics
Demonstrate: Clear on/off stage concepts, example entrances, formation positioning with volunteers
Minimum hall space 15m x 10m, clear of obstacles, with designated stage areas
Dry, non-slip surface, free from debris, adequate space between stage areas
Stop activity immediately, assess any injuries, provide appropriate first aid, adapt activity if needed
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