A labour of love, this guide has taken me a few years to create, fitting it around other commitments. The guide includes AQA specification content, retrieval tasks, revision activities, exam technique tips and exemplars relating to all 3 sections of the written paper. Over 100 pages - please see images for content pages.

This is a 4 page dance worksheet that could be adapted for drama students. The worksheet comprises of key dance vocabulary, dance actions, staging and wordsearch. An ideal worksheet for cover lesson at KS3 or a revision tool for KS4 students.

a sketchbook template for a scheme of work on movement figures and dance. With sections for pupils to complete their own activities

Participants will get to dive right into their own themed story adventure whilst moving their bodies. Aimed to spark imagination and improve control of movement, these dance stories will get children thoroughly engaged. the two themes are “Passing Through the Jungle” and “Journey to Space.”

This can be used as a visual to show pupils and remind them of the 5 basic dance movements throughout the lesson introducing each one each lesson. This is more beneficial to a year 7 group just starting dance or with year 8’s to reinforce these.

Single PDF of ‘Movements’ poster which is optimised for A1 and A2 printing. The poster gives examples of some ‘actions’ including Turns, Elevation, Travels and Balances. Also available as part of a full pack of 5!

Explore our practical “Dance Movement Component Displays” – designed with students in mind. These four displays spotlight key elements: actions, space, dynamics, and relationships. We print them for our dance studio in size 150 x 113 dimensions using ‘Adverset,’ printing. Perfect for both lesson revision and sparking movement ideas, these displays make learning interactive and enjoyable.

Brilliant interactive downloadable resource from the School of Fish website.In this lesson pupils will be creative with movement and work with others. Lesson 2 of 2.

Michael Jones explains the importance of mark making in learning to write and describes a project involving four year olds in six Luton schools that also provides pointers towards helping older children with additional learning needs.

This unit starts to explore the history and repertoire of three different dance styles including: Lindy Hop, a high-energy swing dance combining acrobatic moves and African-American styles; Old School Dance rooted in Hip Hop culture with community and self-expression; and Afro-Commercial dance inspired by African cultures with fluid movements and infectious rhythms. Unit Title: Dance Styles – SYTYCD Duration: 8 to 10 weeks Grade/Level/Year: Year 9, Age 13+, KS3 Save planning time. Editable materials for Google and Microsoft. Deliver excellent, captivating dance lessons. Aligned with national curriculum and OFSTED standards. Unit Objectives: Test students’ dance skills, adaptability, learning speed, and stamina through various rounds inspired by the TV series “So You Think You Can Dance” (SYTYCD). Students will learn and perform dances in specific styles (Lindy Hop, Old School Hip Hop and Afro-Commercial), focusing on developing physical, technical, and expressive performance skills. Students will choreography their own movements using the stylistic features of each genre. Developing movement using involve actions, space, dynamics, and relationships. Measure the impact by assessing students’ ability to create and execute movement phrases, perform, discuss, and analyse with increasing knowledge of key dance terms/skills. Implementation & Impact Lesson Plans Assessment strategies SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) adjustments and challenges Worksheets and Homework: Variety of worksheets for in-class activities Homework assignments Assessment Tools: Self-testing quizzes Assessments aligned with the unit Student Resources: Lesson Packs: lesson presentations with associated assessments Student Workbooks: Yearly Progress Tracker, Learning Journey, Unit Overview for clear articulation of concepts Golden Keywords: Focusing on essential concepts Assessment & Feedback: Strategies for assessing and providing feedback Retrieval Self/Peer Appreciation: Techniques to encourage retrieval and peer appreciation of learning Non-Participant Resources: Workbook for non-participating students to remain engaged and connected to the learning process Designed to help students who are injured or unable to actively participate for an extended period Movement Videos: Videos with movement examples, breakdowns, and warm-ups Routine videos provided for all three dance styles. Music playlists to accompany the movement activities SEND Support Materials: “Getting Unstuck” support materials tailored to each dance unit Addressing challenges that SEN students, Pupil Premium (PP) recipients, or others might face Customized support to meet unique needs Challenge and Extension: Tasks for students seeking extra challenge or extension Opportunities for advanced exploration

This 17 slide powerpoint includes: Matching task for definitions of Physical skills Slides that ask learners to explain what Physical skills are being used by dancers in a given image Slides that ask learners to explain HOW they could improve their strength, stamina and flexibility. Matching task for definitions of Expressive skills Slides that ask learners to explain HOW they could improve their Focus/eyeline + Musicality Matching task for definitions of Technical skills Matching task for definitions of Mental skills A self-assessment task, asking learners to highlight their strengths. areas for improvements and target set in terms of the different skills they have covered in the previous slides.

Students will understand how the choreographic devices, and the Elements of Dance, are used in different cultures while also developing a deeper understanding of diversity, as well as opening their minds to the worlds stage. They will then use this understanding to create a dance of their own. This unit includes: 16 fully resourced lesson plans (inclusive of videos, PPT, practical & written lesson options. Differentiation Teacher hints and tips Assessment options A Glossary of Great Games The following is covered through the unit: Assessment task output Students will be expected to: Consider how the Elements of Dance and the Choregoraphic devices have been used around the world Write about the Elements of Dance in different contexts Respond to questions regarding dance Work as an ensemble to create their own dances which include the Elements of Dance, and the Choreographic devices. This unit is based around three major concepts and skills. Global perspectives Students will need to be exposed to multiple countries and cultures in order to interpret and understand Dance. Each lesson includes interesting cultural aspects that can be built upon for class contexts. Students will explore the location and mapping of the countries, as well as attempt to follow and incorporate aspects of Dance from around the world. Choreographic devices Students will be expected to identify the choreographic devices. They will need to be able to understand how they are used in a range of different dances, before applying them to dances they create. The Elements of Dance Students will be able to identify the importance of the Elements of Dance, and discuss how they are used in a range of different contexts. This Unit plan is perfect for NQT, teachers new to the subject, experiences practitioners who would like to expand their toolkit.

A practical scheme I made based around Infra. Includes a lesson by lesson PowerPoint- 6 weeks duration- work booklet which follows the PP and end of unit written assessment paper. Covers all the aspects of the professional work including motif writing and analysis of theme, choreographic intention, movement content, lighting, set, costume, accompaniment etc. Students were really engaged and loved the unit producing some really great work- I was worried as it is a ballet piece and my class are anything but classical!! It is designed to be a practical unit with students creating sections of work in response to the tasks each lesson. These can be structured to create a whole group dance (I included the structuring as a task for students to complete in lessons at the end of the unit). Hope its helpful!

This resource is a single lesson plan for Dance (rhythmic movement) for pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). The lesson focuses on pupils co-ordinating their movements to music. This includes linking audio stimuli (e.g. music) with: general movement, holding an object, shaking an object releasing an object. The lesson plan has been constructed for Pupils working at Phase 1 in the Victoria Curriculum.

Prompting questions, discussing personal strengths areas for development. Suggestions to develop a more detailed reflective process on individual/group dance performance. Key technical terms. meeting with grading criteria. Prompts to increase grading criteria P, M ,D. Triggers analytical thought process. Can be presented as a Power Point, written document or by poster.

Explore the world of movement and creativity with our KS1 African Animals PE Unit. This resource includes five thoughtfully designed lesson plans that focus on physical activity, teamwork, and imaginative learning. Through interactive activities and games, students will develop coordination, vocabulary, and a deeper understanding of animal movements. These lessons are an exciting addition to your curriculum, promoting active engagement and a holistic learning experience. Lesson 1: Discovering Animal Movements and Vocabulary Kick off the unit with a dynamic exploration of body movements in response to music. The Traffic Lights Game and engaging warm-up activities help students develop essential movement vocabulary while highlighting the significance of proper warm-ups before exercise. Lesson 2: Embodying Animal Movements with Creativity In this lesson, students embrace their inner animals through imitation and creative expression. Activities like “I’m a Lion and Late for Trip to the Waterhole” encourage physical movement and imaginative play, fostering both coordination and vocabulary development. Lesson 3: Sequencing Animal Movements for Performance Lesson 3 focuses on sequencing movements into cohesive performances. Students collaborate to choreograph dance sequences inspired by animal movements, enhancing teamwork skills and encouraging creative storytelling through movement. Lesson 4: Crafting Collaborative Dance Stories Students weave movement and imagination together in Lesson 4. Collaboratively creating dance sequences that embody African animal characteristics promotes cooperative learning and the art of storytelling through physical expression. Lesson 5: Expressive Dance Performances with Animal Movements The final lesson showcases students’ progress and creativity. Combining animal movements into expressive dance performances not only promotes physical activity but also encourages students to communicate through movement, emphasizing their understanding of animals and their unique traits. Our KS1 African Animals PE Unit offers a well-rounded approach to physical education, promoting movement, teamwork, vocabulary development, and imaginative expression. Each lesson plan is carefully crafted to create an engaging and enriching learning experience for your students. Tags: Key Stage 1, Physical Education, Creative Movement, Animal Imitation, Dance Choreography, Teamwork, Coordination, Vocabulary Development, Physical Activity, Holistic Learning, Lesson Plans, Interactive, Curriculum Integration, ofsted, curriculum, physical education Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com y1 y2 year 1 2

A fun and engaging revision tool that allows students to revise their knowledge and understanding of the choreography definitions. Complete with a make your own bingo card, 4 already existing bingo cards and a supporting powerpoint for this activity.

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This detailed worksheet supports and guides students through all of the choreographic elements when creating their own choreography for their GCSE. The worksheet allows students to record their progress and decisions, which will later support them when writing their programme notes. This will also allow students to work through all the areas covered within the choreography task.

Step by step instructions for creative dance based on balloons. Children really enjoying making the sounds as well as the movements.

An extensive list of dance vocabulary to be used to help support teacher knowledge. Also, to be used as language within dance lessons to support children’s understanding and learning. 6 pages --> 42 individual definitions