Great Fire Dance
•Year 2
•Dance
•Positioned where all students can hear clearly
Alternative: Tablet or phone with external speaker
Positioned at front for mind mapping activity
Alternative: Large paper sheets
Ready for mind map creation
Alternative: Coloured chalk
Fire begins in Pudding Lane track, Kasabian 'Fire', Ellie Goulding 'Burn'
Alternative: Alternative historical or dramatic music
The art of creating and arranging dance movements
A short movement phrase that can be repeated and developed
The height at which movements are performed - high, medium, low
When movements happen in relation to music and other dancers
How movements are performed - fast, slow, strong, gentle
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Developing vocabulary, speaking and listening skills, creative expression
Creating visual representations through movement, understanding artistic expression
Learning about the Great Fire of London 1666, understanding historical events and their impact
Moving to rhythm and beat, understanding timing and musical structure
Working cooperatively, giving and receiving feedback, building confidence
Front corner of space for maximum visibility, able to demonstrate clearly
Look for creative interpretation, safe spacing, engagement with theme
Step in if unsafe movement patterns, support struggling students, extend confident learners
Always demonstrate movements clearly, exaggerate for visibility, maintain enthusiasm throughout
Minimum 8m x 8m clear space, suitable for 30 students moving simultaneously
Non-slip floor surface, free from obstacles and hazards
Stop activity immediately, assess any incidents, provide appropriate first aid, complete accident forms if required
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