Dance
•Year 8
•6 Lessons
This unit empowers Year 8 students to explore the profound human experiences of World War 2 through contemporary dance composition. By combining historical understanding with creative choreographic techniques, students develop their ability to communicate complex narratives and emotions through physical expression. The unit bridges humanities and the arts, fostering empathy and critical thinking whilst advancing technical dance skills.
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we use our bodies to tell powerful stories from history and connect with the experiences of people during World War II?
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Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can we transform simple actions into dynamic travelling sequences that tell the story of World War 2?
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Lesson 3
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How can we use poetry as inspiration to create meaningful dance that tells the story of World War II?
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Lesson 4
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How can random chance create meaningful artistic expression in dance that tells the story of World War 2?
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Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can we use chance choreography and formation changes to tell a compelling World War 2 story through dance?
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Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can we use performance feedback to transform our dance from good to outstanding?
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