Breaking the code
I can offer interpretations of other people’s work.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: communicating ideas through dance requires clear actions and expression.
- Think: offering interpretations of someone’s work requires observation, interpretation and evaluation.
- Feel: justifying interpretations requires integrity.
- Connect: feedback should respect the effort of the choreographers/performers.
Keywords
Motif - a recurring pattern
Interpret - explain the meaning of something
Symbol - a thing that represents something else
Common misconception
There can only be one correct interpretation of an action or image.
Interpreting meaning of a symbolic action can vary depending on your previous experience and opinions, so people may view it differently and draw various conclusions. The important thing is to be able to justify your interpretation.
To help you plan your year 5 physical education lesson on: Breaking the code, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 5 physical education lesson on: Breaking the code, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
We use learning cycles to break down learning into key concepts or ideas linked to the learning outcome. Each learning cycle features explanations with checks for understanding and practice tasks with feedback. All of this is found in our slide decks, ready for you to download and edit. The practice tasks are also available as printable worksheets and some lessons have additional materials with extra material you might need for teaching the lesson.
The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
Our video is a tool for planning, showing how other teachers might teach the lesson, offering helpful tips, modelled explanations and inspiration for your own delivery in the classroom.
Explore more key stage 2 physical education lessons from the Dance: your tag, everyday art unit, dive into the full primary physical education curriculum, or learn more about lesson planning.
Equipment
Suggested music.
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
