Big Question:

How can we use our bodies to tell the story of Ancient Romans through creative movement?

Key Objectives:

• • To share knowledge about the Romans theme and create a themed mind map
• • To creatively translate words and ideas into movement actions using different body parts, levels and pathways

Big Question:

How can we transform our static dance actions into exciting travelling movements that show different levels and pathways?

Key Objectives:

• • To creatively adapt static motif actions into travelling movements
• • To demonstrate clear changes in level and pathway whilst travelling

Big Question:

How can we use pictures and partner work to create meaningful dance sequences that tell a story?

Key Objectives:

• • To work cooperatively in pairs to create a 16-count dance sequence using visual stimuli
• • To demonstrate effective use of mirror image and changes in level in partner choreography

Big Question:

How can we transform words and poetry into powerful group dance performances?

Key Objectives:

• • To work well in groups showing good cooperation skills
• • To use poetry as a stimulus for creative and imaginative dance actions

Big Question:

How can we use canon and formation changes to make our group dance performance more interesting and engaging?

Key Objectives:

• • To demonstrate effective cooperation and communication skills when working in groups
• • To use canon and formation changes creatively to enhance group dance sections

Big Question:

How can we use technical language to evaluate and improve dance performances?

Key Objectives:

• • To understand what makes a good dance performance
• • To give useful feedback to our partner using technical language