Clown Dance

Silly themed dances build confidence, self-expression, and physical control.

Framework: EYFS
Unit: EYFS Circus
Learning area: Music and Movement
Level: EYFS Birth-2

Objectives

Students will move to music using clown-inspired gestures and expressions.

Materials

Circus-themed music
Clown props (optional hats, noses)

Instructions

1. Teach clown moves like exaggerated tiptoes or silly spins.

2. Let students copy and invent their own.

3. Dance in pairs or as a group.

Educator tip

Take a group photo or video for later reflection.

Assessment

Observe and note: sustained engagement, sensory responses, early vocalisations, and attachment behaviours. Document using the Characteristics of Effective Learning framework (Playing and Exploring). Observe movement creativity and confidence.