Brazilian Carnival: Authentic Samba Performance and Cultural Expression
•Year 6
•Dance
•Position centrally for clear audio throughout space
Alternative: Tablet or phone with external speaker
Test volume levels before lesson starts
Alternative: Brazilian music, upbeat Latin rhythms
Large enough for whole class to see clearly
Alternative: Tablet/laptop with images, printed photos
Mark group areas and performance space boundaries
Alternative: Bean bags, spots, masking tape
Using bodies to create frozen scenes or pictures that tell a story
The art of designing and arranging dance movements and sequences
The famous Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro
The outline of buildings and landmarks against the sky
Performing movements with precision, balance and proper technique
Helpful comments that focus on specific improvements
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Describing performances, giving feedback, using specific vocabulary
Creating visual imagery and understanding composition in performance
Learning about Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's landmarks and culture
Understanding carnival traditions and cultural celebrations
Responding to rhythm, tempo and musical structure
Teamwork, resilience, celebrating cultural diversity, building confidence
Move around perimeter to observe all groups, position centrally during demonstrations
Look for coordination, energy levels, group collaboration, and safe movement
Step in if groups struggling with coordination, safety concerns arise, or students become frustrated
Use exaggerated movements for clarity, model carnival energy and enthusiasm, show both correct and incorrect examples
Minimum 15m x 10m clear space for group movement and transitions
Non-slip surface essential, check for wet areas or obstacles
Stop activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid or support, contact emergency services if required
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