Movement Storytelling
•Year 2
•Dance
•Position centrally for clear audio throughout hall
Alternative: Tablet with portable speaker
Have ready for circle time discussion
Alternative: Story printed on large cards
Mark safe working boundaries around the hall
Alternative: Beanbags, spots
A dance performed by two people together
Moving together at exactly the same time
One person moves, then the other copies the same movement
Different heights in dance - high, middle and low
The art of creating and arranging dance movements
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Story comprehension, vocabulary development (duet, unison, canon), descriptive language for feedback
Counting beats and timing, understanding sequences, spatial awareness concepts
Responding to rhythm and tempo, understanding musical structure in dance
Cooperation and partnership skills, giving constructive feedback, celebrating others' achievements
Move around the outside of the space during partner work to observe all pairs, position centrally during demonstrations
Watch for safe partner interaction, application of choreographic devices, quality of cooperation and communication
Step in if unsafe contact occurs, support struggling partnerships, encourage creative development
Use student volunteers for demonstrations when possible, model all techniques clearly before practice, show both good examples and common mistakes to avoid
Minimum 15m x 10m clear space, suitable for 30 students working in pairs
Non-slip surface, check for any obstacles or hazards
Stop music immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid or support, contact office if needed
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