Circus March

Marching to music builds rhythm awareness and gross motor coordination.

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Circus
• Learning area: Music and Movement
• Level: EYFS 3-4

Objectives

• Students will march in time to music.
• Students will follow tempo changes.

Materials

• March music
• Drums
• Rhythm sticks
• Flags or streamers

Instructions

1. Listen to circus march music and identify the beat.

2. Practise marching in place, then around the room.

3. Add instruments to keep the beat.

4. Follow tempo changes—fast march, slow march.

Educator tip

Use a drum to emphasize the beat and help children stay together.

Assessment

Observe and note: ability to follow two-step instructions, use of new vocabulary in context, early problem-solving strategies, and sustained shared thinking episodes. Assess against Development Matters age-band expectations. Observe rhythm following and movement control.

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• Clown Feelings Faces
• Ticket Booth Role Play
• Lion Tamer Obstacle Course
• Pattern Circus Train
• Circus Story Sequencing
• Clown Name Writing