Mister Sun Dance
Combine joyful music with creative movement as children dance and move to celebrate the sun.
- Framework: EYFS
- Unit: EYFS Our Universe
- Learning area: Motor Skills
- Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception
Objectives
- Use gross motor skills to move and dance creatively
- Follow simple steps and move accordingly to 'Mister Sun'
- Participate with a positive attitude
Materials
- Open space
- Mister Sun song recording or lyrics
- Yellow scarves (optional)
Instructions
Combine joyful music with creative movement as children dance and move to celebrate the sun.
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. Teacher observation of student's ability to follow directions and participate using positive and good behaviour.