Minds On

Exploring movement

Let’s explore the following video called “Dancing with my Sister.”

In this video, Simone and her sister share their love of dance and some different dance moves!

As you explore, think about the different kinds of movements in the video.

What type of movements did you notice in the video?

How many ways can you move?

Action

Let’s move

Today, we are going to spend some time moving in different ways!

Before we get started, let’s do a safety check and a warmup.

Safety

Before you begin, check:

Warm Up

Warm up

Explore the following video as you warm up your body.

Follow along as best you can.

Move it!

Let’s revisit the video we explored earlier called “Dancing with my Sister.”

What kinds of movements did you notice in the video?

If possible, share your ideas with a partner or your teacher.

When you’re ready, press the ‘Different Movements’ button to reveal some examples of movements from the video.

Let’s play a game!

We are going to play a game that lets us move in different directions and different ways.

You can play this game inside or outside.

Before you play the game, remember to do your safety checks!

For this game you will need:

4 paper cups. You can also use cans, rolled up socks, or stuffed animals.

Instructions

  • Make a rectangle or a square with your cups.
  • You will be moving around the outside of these cups.
  • Try 2 or 3 options from the ‘Options’ list.
  • When you are done, change the position of your cups into a zigzag and try a different movement.

Here is the Options list for this game. Try 2 or 3 options from this list.

Walk or wheel moving forward.

A student moving forward

Jump moving forward.

A student jumping forward.

Take giant steps moving sideways.

Move your arms up and down while moving forwards.

A student moving their arms up and down.

Walk or wheel backwards. Make sure to check over your shoulders as you move.

A student moving backwards.

Crawl moving forwards.

A student crawling forwards.

Dance moving backwards.

A student dancing backwards.

Make up your own way of moving.

A student thinking of a new way of moving.

Pause and Reflect

Pause and reflect

Let’s pause and reflect.

Answer the following question about moving using a method of your choice.

How do you feel about moving in different ways?

Cool Down

Cool down

Let’s cool down from all that moving.

Explore the following options. Complete three of these activities for your cooldown.

A student shaking a body part.
  1. Start by standing or sitting
  2. Gently shake one arm, the other arm, then both
  3. Shake one leg, the other leg, then both
  4. Gently shake your head, hips, and whole body

A student with their arms extended. They are making circles with their arms.
  1. Start by standing or sitting
  2. March on the spot and raise your arms out to your shoulders
  3. Slowly make circles going one way. Do this 5 times
  4. Slowly make circles going the other way. Do this 5 times

A student with their arms up, making circles with their arms.
  1. Start by standing or sitting
  2. Marching on the spot and raise your arms in the air
  3. Slowly make circles going one way. Do this 5 times
  4. Slowly make circles going the other way. Do this 5 times
  5. Try and make different shapes

A student with their arms in front of them. They are shaking their arms.
  1. Start by standing or sitting
  2. Pretend to be a tree in a windstorm, your arms are the branches
  3. The windstorm starts off strong blowing hard
  4. The windstorm then begins to blow softer and calmer

ALT: A student with their arms raised.
  1. Start by standing or sitting
  2. Reach up using your arms and touch the sky. Count to 5
  3. Slowly reach down and touch your toes. Count to 5
  4. Repeat this one more time

A student bending over to touch their toes.
  1. Start by standing or sitting
  2. Slowly move your body forward
  3. Reach and touch your toes. Count to 5, then move your body back up
  4. Try to touch your toes one foot at a time

A student pretending to climb a ladder.
  1. Start by standing or sitting
  2. Pretend to climb a tall ladder
  3. Slowly move your arms and legs up and down as if you were climbing a ladder to the sky

A student taking deep breaths and giving themselves a hug.
  1. Slowly take a deep breath and breathe through your nose
  2. Breathe out through your mouth
  3. Repeat this 3 times
  4. Take your arms and wrap them around your shoulders and give yourself a big hug

Consolidation

Nice moves!

How many ways can you move?

How many different body parts can you use when moving in different ways?

Make a dance

Create your own dance using different movements and different ways of moving.

Use the following checklist to help make your dance.

My dance!

Now it’s time to perform your dance!

Be sure to do your safety checks before you start moving!

Perform your dance for a partner if possible. You can also record yourself.

Pause and Reflect

Pause and reflect

Let’s pause and reflect.

Answer the following questions using a method of your choice.

  • What is your favourite part of your dance? Why?
  • How does your dance make you feel?

Reflection

How do you feel about what you have learned in this activity? Which of the next four sentences best matches how you are feeling about your learning? Press the button that is beside this sentence.

I feel…

Now, record your ideas about your feelings using a voice recorder, speech-to-text, or writing tool.