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Students create a cygnet dance in the style of line dancing. Rate selves using activity sheet.

Students develop a dance duet without music by utilising sounds in their immediate environment.

Students prepare a one-minute routine with props.

Students create a floor phrase where they do not use their hands or stand on their feet.

Students create a jumping phrase and consider musical implications for different jump speeds.

Students learn some movements from the clip, arrange these in an order that they prefer and perform the dance to a range of musical scores.

Students discuss a song that resonates with them; try to find a song that resonates for the class.

Students learn about the influence of the Ballet Russes, hear the story of Scheherazade and design a costume for one of the characters.

Body shape is explored through improvisation of shapes – call and response method with reflective activity.

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