Big Question:

How can we use dance to tell the stories and capture the emotions of World War II?

Key Objectives:

• • To develop knowledge of World War II through movement and dance
• • To create a 48-64 count dance motif based on historical themes

Big Question:

How can we transform simple actions into dynamic travelling sequences that tell the story of World War 2?

Key Objectives:

• • To turn 3-4 actions into a travelling section using changes in level, pathway and direction
• • To demonstrate creative use of space and dynamics in movement

Big Question:

How can we use poetry as inspiration to create expressive dance movements that tell a story through our bodies?

Key Objectives:

• • To creatively interpret World War 2 poetry through dance movement using mirror image technique
• • To demonstrate effective teamwork and communication skills during partner choreography

Big Question:

How can we use random selection to create powerful dance sequences that tell the story of World War 2?

Key Objectives:

• • To work collaboratively in groups showing excellent cooperation and communication skills
• • To use chance choreography as a creative tool for dance composition

Big Question:

How can we use chance choreography techniques to create a powerful group performance that tells the story of World War 2?

Key Objectives:

• • To demonstrate effective cooperation skills while working in groups and provide constructive peer feedback
• • To complete group choreography using chance choreography sheets and performance structure

Big Question:

How can we use feedback and self-reflection to transform our dancing from practice to performance excellence?

Key Objectives:

• • To understand and demonstrate what makes a high-quality dance performance
• • To provide constructive, specific feedback to peers using dance vocabulary