Moving Bodies · Dance

The Energy of Motion

Exploring different qualities of movement such as heavy, light, fast, and slow.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does moving like a balloon compare to moving like a rock?
  2. 2What happens to the mood when we slow down a fast dance?
  3. 3How can we show 'energy' without moving across the room?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9ADA2E01AC9ADA2P01
Year: Year 2
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Moving Bodies
Period: Dance

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