Kathak dance
I can use facial expressions when I perform actions to communicate the meaning of a story in dance.
Kathak dance
I can use facial expressions when I perform actions to communicate the meaning of a story in dance.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: actions, particularly facial expressions, can be used to communicate feelings or emotions.
- Move: creating rhythmic foot patterns to communicate the story needs balance and control.
- Think: reviewing my own work before performing involves evaluating my choices.
- Feel: rehearsing and then performing to an audience needs resilience.
- Connect: performing contrasting roles with a partner involves trust.
Keywords
Facial expression - how our face communicates our feelings or emotions
Focus - where the dancer is looking
Character - a person, animal or creature from a story
Common misconception
Traditional dance styles are how all the people in that country dance.
Traditional dance styles are still danced by some people in their communities on certain occasions. They will also dance other styles too and these will change depending on whether they are in a theatre, temple or at a social event.
To help you plan your year 2 physical education lesson on: Kathak dance, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 2 physical education lesson on: Kathak dance, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
