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This 5-week KS1 dance unit, based around the theme of Amazing Animals, helps children develop balance, agility, and coordination through creative movement. The lessons encourage children to respond to music, use their bodies to create shapes and balances, and perform simple animal-inspired dance routines. Ideal for introducing dance to young learners, this unit promotes physical development and imagination.

What’s Included:
✔ 5 detailed lesson plans with clear objectives
✔ Warm-up and cool-down activities for each lesson
✔ Main activities with a focus on animal movements and dance
✔ Step-by-step instructions for teachers
✔ Links to The Gruffalo for creative inspiration
✔ Differentiated tasks to suit a range of abilities

Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Warm-up Activities: Simple exercises to prepare the body for movement and prevent injury.
★ Main Activities: Each lesson focuses on using animal-inspired movements, helping children explore balance, coordination, and linked shapes.
★ Cool-down Activities: Relaxing movements and stretches to aid recovery and flexibility.
★ Animal Actions: Lessons incorporate the use of The Gruffalo to help children imitate animal movements and express creativity.

Why It’s Useful:
✔ Clear, structured lessons that are easy to follow
✔ Supports physical development, including balance, agility, and coordination
✔ Encourages creativity and self-expression through movement
✔ Ideal for engaging children in dance and physical education
✔ Integrates cross-curricular links with The Gruffalo

Suggested Use Cases:
Perfect for KS1 PE lessons, dance sessions, creative movement activities, and themed lessons on animals or The Gruffalo. Ideal for introducing dance in an engaging, playful way.

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