Viking Tales in Movement
•Year 3
•Dance
•One picture per pair, varied images showing different actions/scenes
Alternative: Projected images on interactive whiteboard, printed A4 pictures
Placed in each corner of the hall with clear Viking-themed words
Alternative: Laminated A4 sheets, cone markers with word cards
Capable of playing suggested Viking-themed music tracks
Alternative: Bluetooth speaker, laptop with speakers
Include 'Northmen' soundtrack and 'Vikings Attack' from TV series soundtrack
Alternative: Any atmospheric instrumental music suitable for Viking theme
When partners perform identical movements as if looking in a mirror, moving in opposite directions
The height at which movements are performed - high (jumping, reaching up), medium (standing), low (crouching, floor work)
A series of dance movements that takes 16 beats of music to complete
Something that inspires or provides ideas for creating dance movements
The art of designing and arranging dance movements and sequences
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Creating descriptive language from visual stimuli, poetry writing homework, developing vocabulary for movement and dance
Interpreting visual images and translating artistic concepts into physical form, understanding composition and visual storytelling
Exploring Viking culture and lifestyle through movement, understanding historical contexts through creative expression
Moving to rhythm and beat, understanding musical phrasing through 4 and 16-count sequences
Move actively between pairs during creative work, position centrally for demonstrations and instruction
Watch for synchronisation in mirror work, purposeful level changes, and positive partner collaboration
Support pairs struggling with timing, guide feedback sessions for constructive comments, assist with creative interpretation
Use confident pairs for demonstrations, model mirror work clearly with a student, show level changes with obvious contrast
Minimum 10m x 15m hall space, clear of obstacles and furniture
Clean, dry, non-slip surface suitable for dynamic movement and floor work
Stop signal established, first aid kit accessible, clear evacuation route maintained
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