Space Race Stories Through Creative Movement
•Year 3
•Dance
•Position where all students can hear clearly
Alternative: Portable speaker, laptop with speakers
Star Girl by McFly for warm-up, Sputnik by Public Service Broadcasting for main performance
Alternative: Any rhythmic instrumental music
Position to capture whole group for feedback purposes
Alternative: Tablet, phone, camera
Mark corners and boundaries of dance area
Alternative: Spots, hoops for area definition
When dancers perform the same movement but starting at different times, creating a ripple effect
The shape or pattern that dancers make when positioned on the stage or dance area
The smooth movement or change from one dance section or formation to another
Comments and suggestions given by classmates to help improve performance
The art of creating and arranging dance movements into a sequence
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Using poetry as creative stimulus, developing descriptive vocabulary for movement, practicing speaking and listening skills during peer feedback
Counting musical phrases and beats, understanding patterns and sequences in choreography, exploring geometric shapes in formations
Creating visual compositions through formation design, exploring artistic expression through movement, understanding aesthetic principles
Understanding rhythm and timing, responding to musical structure and phrasing, developing sense of musical dynamics
Developing cooperation and teamwork skills, building confidence through performance, practicing giving and receiving constructive feedback
Move between groups during development work, position centrally for whole class activities, ensure clear view of all students
Group cooperation quality, effective use of canon and formation changes, individual participation levels, performance confidence
Step in if groups are struggling with cooperation, provide additional support for complex timing, help resolve creative disagreements
Demonstrate: Clear canon timing with vocal counting, strong formation shapes, constructive feedback language, confident performance quality
Minimum 8m x 12m clear dance area, suitable flooring for dance movement
Non-slip surface, free from obstacles, adequate cushioning for floor work
Stop activity immediately for any injury, assess and provide appropriate first aid, ensure other students continue safely
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