Year 1

Jack and the Beanstalk: an introduction to storytelling through dance

In this lesson, we will dance three parts of the story, Jack and the Beanstalk. We will use our imaginations to act out these parts through movement, using pathways, changing directions, changing speeds and carrying different objects.

Year 1

Jack and the Beanstalk: an introduction to storytelling through dance

In this lesson, we will dance three parts of the story, Jack and the Beanstalk. We will use our imaginations to act out these parts through movement, using pathways, changing directions, changing speeds and carrying different objects.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Pupils will explore the use of the whole body and different body parts when using the 5 basic body actions.
  2. Pupils will describe what they see and do.
  3. Pupils will know how to warm-up.

Equipment

Music, action words, visual stimuli

Content guidance

  • Physical activity required.

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended

Licence

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