Dance and Creative Expression · Dance

Exploring Rhythm and Tempo

Responding to different musical beats and changing movement speed accordingly.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does fast music make your body want to move compared to slow music?
  2. 2Can you find the heartbeat of the music and clap along?
  3. 3How can we use our feet to make a rhythm?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - DanceNCCA: Primary - Exploration
Class/Year: 2nd Class
Subject: Active Bodies and Healthy Minds
Unit: Dance and Creative Expression
Period: Dance

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