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Year 3

Force: exclamation marks

I can apply different dynamics to my performance.

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Year 3

Force: exclamation marks

I can apply different dynamics to my performance.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Move: we must control our actions effectively and ensure they are precise when moving quickly and applying force.
  2. Move: performing actions with contrasting force or speed supports precision.
  3. Think: applying dynamics involves deciding on both the speed and force of an action.
  4. Feel: controlling our speed and force requires self-discipline.
  5. Connect: facial expression is an effective way to communicate emotions and feelings.

Keywords

  • Dynamics - the speed or force of an action

  • Force - the amount of effort applied to an action

  • Contrast - distinctly different

Common misconception

Pupils think that powerful actions should be performed quickly.

Powerful actions can be performed at any speed. However, rushing and moving too quickly can make it difficult to control the actions.


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Some children find using sounds can help them to capture the dynamic of an action, such as a gasp of surprise or a sigh of disappointment. Allowing the pupils to quietly include these during the devising period can help them to embody and sustain the different dynamics.
Teacher tip

Equipment

Suggested music, short story (additional resources).

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.
What is the shape and location of the beginning of a dance called?

Correct answer: starting position
finishing position
on your marks

Q2.
What does being precise with our dance actions enable us to do?

Correct answer: communicate our ideas
jump high
be still

Q3.
What word describes where an action happens?

the speed
the timing
Correct answer: the location

Q4.
What is another word for ‘accurate’?

neat
Correct answer: precise
tidy

Assessment exit quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
Which of the following is not a ‘dynamic’ word?

quick
strong
Correct answer: balance

Q2.
Facial expression uses which part of the body?

Correct answer: face
feet
fingers

Q3.
Why do we use self-discipline when moving quickly?

Correct answer: accuracy and safety
stamina
strength

Q4.
What are we lacking if we rush our powerful movements?

expression
Correct answer: control
levels

Additional material

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