Clog dancing: England
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create and adapt rhythm patterns.
Key learning points
- Move: performing rhythm patterns demonstrates musicality.
- Think: finding different ways to perform an action involves problem solving.
- Feel: repeating a pattern accurately requires resilience.
- Connect: working in unison with a partner requires cooperation.
Keywords
Rhythm - a repeated pattern of movement or sound
Repeat - to perform again
Stamp - heavily landing a body part (usually a foot) on the ground
Common misconception
Stamping is something we do when we are frustrated; it's not a dance action.
All actions can be used in dance. Stamping could be used to communicate frustration or could be used to add emphasis, make rhythmic sounds or show strength.
Teacher tip
To establish a repeating rhythm pattern, initially use the action words rather than counts to aid memory, e.g. 'stamp-stamp-stamp-jump'. Once established, this can gradually change to claps or counts, e.g. clap-clap-clap-jump or 1,2,3, jump so the pupils become familiar with counting the music.
Equipment
Suggested music.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What do we do if we are resilient?
Q2.In what type of traditional dance do the performers hold a ribbon?
Q3.What word describes the pace of a piece of music?
Q4.How do we demonstrate cooperation?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What word describes a repeated pattern of movement or sound?
Q2.What does performing with accuracy require?
Q3.In dance, what do we mean by the word 'repeated'?
Q4.How do Clog dancers create their rhythmic patterns of movements and sounds?
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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