Elephant Trunk Dance

Animal-themed movement builds body awareness and creative expression.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Circus
• Learning area: Music and Movement
• Level: Level 1

Objectives

• Students will move creatively like circus animals.
• Students will follow movement instructions.

Materials

• Animal movement cards
• Music
• Open space

Instructions

1. Show cards with circus animals.

2. Discuss how each animal moves.

3. Play music and call out animals—students move accordingly.

4. Add freeze dance element—stop when music stops.

Educator tip

Encourage unique interpretations of each animal's movement.

Assessment

Evaluate creative movement and following directions.

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