Animal Movement Expression
•Year 4
•Dance
•Spread evenly around the space for safe rolling and interaction
Alternative: Large towels or blankets for rolling
Position to allow safe movement over and under
Alternative: Low sturdy boxes or steps
Test volume levels before lesson begins
Alternative: Tablet or phone with speakers
Mark safe working areas around apparatus
Alternative: Markers or bean bags
When two dancers' movements connect or relate to each other
The personality and qualities of the cat you are portraying through movement
Smooth, continuous movement from one action to the next
The height at which movements are performed - high, medium, low
When partners perform the same movement but at different times
When partners perform movements at exactly the same time
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Vocabulary development for character traits, descriptive language for movement qualities
Animal behaviour and characteristics, how cats move and interact in nature
Cooperation, communication, respecting others' ideas, building positive relationships
Position where you can see all pairs and apparatus work, move around to observe different partnerships
Watch for character consistency, safe partner interactions, creative use of apparatus, and quality of cooperation
Step in if unsafe apparatus use observed, if partnerships are struggling with cooperation, or if character work becomes too silly
Always demonstrate safety first, then character. Show contrasts clearly (brave vs scared cat). Emphasise partner cooperation in all demonstrations
Large hall or studio space minimum 15m x 10m, clear of obstacles with smooth, non-slip surface
Ensure surface is clean, dry, and free from hazards. Check for any loose equipment or debris
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, remove other students from area if necessary
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