Justin Fletcher has the first of three dance sessions exploring the theme of Autumn.
1. Bonfires and fireworks!
Partners work together to build an imaginary bonfire in the centre of the performance space with an upbeat 鈥榯ravel-lift-carry-throw鈥 sequence. Next, the children perform contrasting travelling steps - first, skipping through the spaces, collecting pennies for the Guy - and then, wobbling and stamping around with stiff, clumsy steps as the scarecrow-like Guy. Finally, they follow the music to dash, jump and sparkle for the fireworks finale!
Resources
Download the audio for this dance session as an mp3 file.
Guidance on using the dance sessions in this unit with your group (pdf)
Movement focus:
Contrasting travelling steps - light and heavy.
Working with a partner.
Performing a sequence of movements to the music.
Exploring different pathways and floor patterns.
Related units of KS1 Dance: Let's Move
Autumn days. collection
Cat Sandion presents a unit of two programmes exploring an Autumnal theme.
Opposites (Spring) collection
Justin Fletcher has two sessions exploring 'opposites' through the context of the arrival of Spring.
Summer holidays. collection
Justin Fletcher has two dance sessions full of fun summer holiday activities!
