Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to combine movement skills and concepts to effectively create and perform movement sequences.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Open space for movement

Prep: None

Activities

1. Warm-Up Dance Party: Put on your favorite music and dance freely for 5 minutes to warm up your body.

2. Animal Movement Sequence: Pretend to be different animals (e.g., bear, frog, bird) and create a sequence of movements for each animal.

3. Follow the Leader: Take turns being the leader and creating a movement sequence for others to follow.

4. Obstacle Course Challenge: Set up a simple obstacle course using household items and challenge yourself to move through it creatively.

Talking Points

• Remember, movement sequences are like telling a story with your body. Each movement is a part of the story. Can you show me a happy jump? (Encourage expressive movements)
• When creating a movement sequence, think about how you can connect different movements together smoothly. It's like putting puzzle pieces together. Can you show me how you can flow from a spin to a jump? (Encourage fluid transitions)
• Being a good leader means others can easily follow you. Make sure your movements are clear and easy to understand. Can you lead me in a slow-motion walk? (Encourage clarity in movements)
• Obstacle courses are a fun way to challenge your movement skills. Remember to use different movements to overcome each obstacle. Can you show me how you would crawl under a table? (Encourage creativity in problem-solving)