Animal Movement Expression
•Year 4
•Dance
•Position centrally for clear audio throughout space
Alternative: Tablet with speaker, phone with portable speaker
Choose music with varied tempo and mysterious atmosphere
Alternative: Classical music with suspenseful elements, film soundtrack music
Select relaxed, slow-tempo music
Alternative: Slow jazz, peaceful instrumental music
Create clear performance areas for pair work
Alternative: Spots, bean bags as boundary markers
Secret, puzzling, or hard to understand - moving with stealth and intrigue
Slow-moving, relaxed, and unwilling to make much effort
Moving at exactly the same time, performing identical movements together
One person starts a movement, then others follow the same movement after a delay
The personality or nature of the cat being portrayed through movement
Using face, body, and movement to show feelings and personality
Smooth, continuous movement that connects one action to the next
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Character development, descriptive language about movement qualities, storytelling through movement
Understanding contrast and expression, visual representation of character through movement
Character portrayal, expression through movement, performance skills and confidence
Responding to different musical styles, understanding rhythm and timing in canon work
Cooperation and communication, giving and receiving feedback, building confidence
Move around space to observe all pairs, spend time with those needing support
Character commitment, partnership cooperation, understanding of timing concepts
Step in if character work becomes inappropriate or unsafe, support struggling partnerships
Use exaggerated character movements to make differences clear, model excellent unison and canon timing
Large indoor space minimum 8m x 10m, clear of obstacles
Non-slip surface suitable for dynamic movement and floor work
Standard first aid procedures, clear access to exit, emergency contact details available
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