LEARNING THEME EXPLORED THROUGH SONG AND DANCE

The theme of shape has been chosen and this will be explored through song and dance.

This song was selected because it is very upbeat and catchy. Having a strong tempo, with a cheerful tune is important in terms of getting the pupils hooked and maintaining their interest. The different verses will also stimulate interest and will provide an understanding of how shapes are present all around us in many different settings.  The song also has a straightforward, repetitive chorus which is perfect for this level as the repetition will make it easier to remember and ultimately will help with consolidating the pupils’ understanding of contrasting shapes. The repetition will also make learning the dance moves easier and quick to pick up. Overall, it is hoped that combining music and movement to help recognition and understanding of shapes will provide an important kinaesthetic way of learning.

Below is the dance that will be taught to the class.
The shapes that are in the song will be shown to the class before the song/dance is introduced to recap and to help them remember.
This will be taught section by section so that it can be learnt more easily.

 

 

0 – 22 seconds Intro – begin on the floor, wake up and get stand up with feet apart ready for the dance to begin.
23 – 30 seconds Shape chorus actions – draw 2 lines, draw one circle, draw outline of square to the beat, then make a triangle with both hands and raise to the sky.
30 – 38 seconds Get in a circle and hold hands. Gallop left for 8 counts in a circle then gallop right for 8 counts in a circle.
38 – 46 seconds Shape chorus actions – draw 2 lines, draw one circle, draw outline of square to the beat, then make a triangle with both hands and raise to the sky.
46 – 60 seconds Get in a circle and hold hands. Gallop left for 8 counts in a circle then gallop right for 8 counts in a circle.
Keep holding hands in a circle – go in for 4 counts, walk back for 4 counts
1 minute – 1.09 Shape chorus actions – draw 2 lines, draw one circle, draw outline of square to the beat, then make a triangle with both hands and raise to the sky.
1.09 – 1.15 minutes FREESTYLE – use the space around the hall
1.15 – 1.22 minutes FREESTYLE – use the space around the hall
1.22 – 1.32 minutes Shape Chorus actions – draw 2 lines, draw one circle, draw outline of square to the beat, then make a triangle with both hands and raise to the sky.
1.32 – 1.57 minutes Make shapes with a partner or in groups – changing slowly
1.57 – 2.12 minutes Shape Chorus actions – draw 2 lines, draw one circle, draw outline of square to the beat, then make a triangle with both hands and raise to the sky.   (x2)
END Finish song at 2 minutes 12 seconds

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