Tiny Dino Parade

Parading to music promotes motor coordination, rhythm, and early group cooperation.

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Dinosaurs
• Learning area: Music and Movement
• Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception

Objectives

• Follow musical rhythm
• March in a line with support
• Clap or stomp to the beat

Materials

• Musical instruments
• Dinosaur hats or tails (optional)
• Marching music

Instructions

Form a line and play upbeat marching music. Model marching and clapping. Use hats or tails for fun.

Educator tip

Keep parades short and energetic with repeated musical cues.

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 participation, movement to beat, and imitation.

More from EYFS Dinosaurs

• Dino Songs and Shadows
• Little Dino Says
• Rock Like a Dinosaur
• Dino Colour Match
• Hatch the Egg
• Dino Dance Freeze
• Peek-a-Dino
• Follow the Dino