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Year 3

Dynamics: fronted adverbial

I can apply different dynamics to clearly communicate the meaning of my actions.

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Year 3

Dynamics: fronted adverbial

I can apply different dynamics to clearly communicate the meaning of my actions.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Move: performing actions using a range of dynamics with precision and control helps communicate meaning effectively.
  2. Think: working out how to apply different dynamics involves decision-making.
  3. Feel: working quickly and using force requires self-discipline in order to work safely.
  4. Connect: rehearsing a performance requires collaboration to communicate the meaning clearly.

Keywords

  • Dynamics - the speed and force of an action

  • Manner - describes how an action is performed

  • Contrast - distinctly different

Common misconception

Dynamics mean how fast or slow you perform an action.

Pupils think that dynamics only means how fast or slow you perform an action and forget that it is also about the force we apply.


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Noting the 'manner' fronted adverbial words on a whiteboard can support pupil recall.
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Equipment

Suggested music.

Content guidance

  • Risk assessment required - physical activity

Supervision

Adult supervision required

Licence

This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).

Prior knowledge starter quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
Which of the following is a ‘dynamic’ word?

level
turn
Correct answer: quick

Q2.
What does facial expression communicate?

Correct answer: your emotions
your age
your hair colour

Q3.
What do we use in order to move quickly and safely?

Correct answer: self-discipline
flexibility
strength

Q4.
Which facial expression would communicate happiness?

frowning
Correct answer: smiling
eye-rolling

Assessment exit quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
Which of the following is not a type of fronted adverbial?

manner
time
Correct answer: object

Q2.
What does a ‘manner’ fronted adverbial describe about an action?

where it’s performed
who performs it
Correct answer: how it's performed

Q3.
What do dynamics describe?

level
Correct answer: speed and force
speed

Q4.
What are will-power, determination and restraint examples of?

Correct answer: self-discipline
empathy
creativity

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