Dance
Unit 1
Use visual stimuli as a starting point for dance movement
Work in small groups to develop ideas
Use props as an integral part of the dance
Unit 2
Explore and improvise ideas working on their own with a partner and in a group
Compose dances by using, adapting and developing steps formations and patterning
To perform dances expressively
Work in different group formations.
Explore and improvise ideas for dances
Compose dances using steps and patterns formed through exploration
Perform basic dance actions with increased control
Evaluate their own and others dances.
Unit 3
Perform with expression to convey a variety of moods and feelings.
Practise dance in order to refine the quality
Demonstrate competence in actions and dynamics
Comment on work in order to improve skills and performance
Respond to a range of stimuli and accompaniment
Refine their movement in order to improve performance
Develop movement phrases and simple motifs
Observe each other and comment on compositional work
Unit 4
Respond to a range of stimuli and accompaniment
Explore improve and plan dances in groups
Demonstrate competence in actions and dynamics
Practise dance in order to refine the quality
Explore improve and combine movement ideas fluently and effectively
Begin to use basic compositional principles
When creating their dance ms understand and demonstrate the intention of the dance
To understand how a dance is formed and performed.