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Lesson Category: Kwik KS2

The Hunter & Hunted (Single Unit – KS2)

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Me & My Shadow (Single Unit – KS2)

Me & My Shadow (Single Unit – KS2)

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No Escape (Single Unit – KS2)

No Escape (Single Unit – KS2)

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Odd One Out (Single Unit – KS2)

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Superheroes (Single Unit – KS2)

Superheroes (Single Unit – KS2)

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Silent Movie (Single Unit – KS2)

Silent Movie (Single Unit – KS2)

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The Heist (Single Unit – KS2)

The Heist (Single Unit – KS2)

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Underwater (Single Unit – KS2)

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African Greeting (Single Unit – KS2)

African Greeting (Single Unit – KS2)

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Big & Small (Single Unit – KS2)

Big & Small (Single Unit – KS2)

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Busy Office (Single Unit – KS2)

Busy Office (Single Unit – KS2)

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Circles (Single Unit – KS2)

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City Streets (Single Unit – KS2)

City Streets (Single Unit – KS2)

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Cops & Robbers (Single Unit – KS2)

Cops & Robbers (Single Unit – KS2)

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Friends (Single Unit – KS2)

Friends (Single Unit – KS2)

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Hanging Out (Single Unit – KS2)

Hanging Out (Single Unit – KS2)

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Home » Lessons » Bonus Materials » Kwik KS2
Rated 5.0 out of 5

This is the best dance scheme of work that I have used in my 40 years of teaching and even better than a dance teacher that comes into school. The children are very engaged in dance and enjoy it much more than they used to do. By doing the dance moves they are able to understand how people used to live. I have had many students who find it difficult to work with others but dance notes helped them find the confidence to change. I have had students who were not willing to join in with dance but with dance notes they find it enjoyable. The notes are so clear and well structured and the tracks are available too so there is no need for new planning.

Pauline
Rated 5.0 out of 5

I wanted to contact you and let your team know how useful we have found your resources. They have given our staff the confidence to deliver dance, knowing that their lessons will cover age-appropriate content. The plans clearly cover and develop choreographic/performance and appreciation skills and knowledge.

The topics you offer have allowed us to deliver and make truly cross curricular links within each year group. To have the music included has not only saved time but made the lessons fun for both staff and pupils.

I have been so impressed by the friendly, helpful and efficient service…thank you.

Finola
Rated 5.0 out of 5

It was just what I was looking for. The planning for our circus dance unit was done for me. They encouraged the children to work together. The children behaved well in the dance lessons as they enjoyed them.

Lisa
Rated 5.0 out of 5

They are lovely ideas set to fantastic music. Saves times finding appropriate music. The activities lend themselves to children creating movement together. Children are always engaged. Different ways of moving.

Cathy
Rated 5.0 out of 5

The lessons are clear and easy to follow for any member of staff and the bonus is having the music provided with the lessons so teachers don’t need to spend hours searching for music. The lessons are detailed and planned out so no need to do much before the lessons. The lessons encourage collaboration whether it be paired work, small group work and whole class performance. The themes are able to be linked to topics in school which gives more of a purpose to the lessons. Well being is promoted by keeping children active. Gives pupils ideas on composing dances, movement sequences and choreography ideas.

Kate
Rated 5.0 out of 5

Well resourced. Lessons easy to follow and adapt if teachers wish. Significantly reduces teacher workload. Boys and girls work well together as there are ‘boy’ themes they engage with. Boys more willing to join in.

Sallyann
Rated 5.0 out of 5

Provides good lesson ideas, including warm ups and cool downs, building to a final piece at the end of the unit.

Tim
Rated 4.0 out of 5

Great music. Activities are a good starting point. To be a 10, maybe some examples of shapes or videos of dances to inspire pupils or teachers who don’t know what they don’t know. Increased engagement leads to pupils applying themselves more resulting in improved motifs, shapes and sequences.

Ella
Rated 5.0 out of 5

Dance Notes has given me the confidence to deliver Dance, something I have always struggled with or avoided. There are plenty of topics and themes to choose from and it is easy to use. Because there are no ‘rights and wrong’s about what children’s responses are, children were confident to join in and do what they felt and wanted rather than think ‘I can’t do this’ or ‘I can’t dance’. Some boys who can sometimes be disruptive were totally engaged in Rough and Tumble. Also, because children can choose their own movements, there were less ‘rules’. Children were back from school after lockdown and thoroughly enjoyed moving and expressing themselves to music. Because the music is there ready and the plans are written for you, there is no scrabbling around finding suitable music. I would previously avoid teaching dance as I didn’t have plans or music.

Trish
Rated 5.0 out of 5

I have already recommended to Year 5 in my school and in September will encourage other year groups to use the scheme. Some of the boys in the class are more intrigued as the music and improvisation is more interesting. Children are more aware of terminology whilst dancing. Children want to push themselves to create a piece of dance. Following the lesson materials means we don’t have to create and source music or plans.

Sophie
Rated 5.0 out of 5

Dance Notes has had a positive impact on the children who initially did not think that they would enjoy dance. Engagement in the lessons is high and behaviour is good. As the sports coach, I also feel a lot more confident in teaching dance now, as I did before I started using Dance Notes.

Jonathan
Rated 5.0 out of 5

It was easy to order, lessons were enjoyed and I felt like the children had accomplished new skills at the end. They learned about the way people lived and moved during Stone Age Britain and created some great group dances. Boys are often reluctant to take part but enjoyed this dance unit and we’re actively engaged. The unit of work was easy to pick up and deliver . Saved lots of time.

Catherine
Rated 5.0 out of 5

The resources- notes and music- were excellent. Clear to follow. Such a time-saver for the non-specialist. Children responded well and enjoyed the dance lessons.

H
Rated 5.0 out of 5

All KS1 teachers found good to use. All PE helps develop fine and gross motor skills, which helps overall attainment . Dance notes motivated the children. Good vocabulary included. Good partner and group work. Motivation leads to better behaviour. Dance helps creativity and hence well being.

Rose
Rated 4.0 out of 5

I have only used 1 unit so don’t have loads of experience using dance notes but I’ve really enjoyed what I have used. Clear guidance for teachers leads to better focus on learning in lessons and extends technical vocabulary. Partner and group work in the pirate unit children were motivated by the music to be creative and work together. Most children motivated and positive towards dancing. Helped some children gain confidence. Well-being music has a very positive impact and helps to motivate. Repetition of music linked to each lesson also builds confidence.

Jane
Rated 4.0 out of 5

The lessons are easy to follow, the music is good and appropriate. The children are able to create movements very creatively using the ideas in the lessons. They can hear the speed of the music and adjust the speed and style of their movement. Many ideas provided require group work and collaboration in actions. The children are engaged and enjoy the activities so are less likely to misbehave.

Liz
Rated 5.0 out of 5

Easy to follow lesson plans. Great ideas. Super music choices. Covers all aspects of dance and pupils are always engaged.

Melissa
Rated 5.0 out of 5

Very cost effective set of planning complete with suitable music and excellent, expert content. Children can more readily describe their understanding using technical vocabulary. Plenty of group choreography opportunities and peer assessment moments. Where children previously couldn’t use dance related vocabulary to describe their performance and learning, they can now readily do that! Better in-lesson behaviour for learning.

Elton
Rated 5.0 out of 5

Lesson plans have broad and varied subject content for Dance with cross curricular themes. Dance Notes provides music tracks of varied styles that stand alone or accompany the lesson plans. Children are motivated by the lesson plans. Lesson plans teach children about key dance principles. Children create dances in duets, trios and small groups. Differentiation is offered within lesson plans. The lesson plans are age appropriate in content and children enjoy them.

Lucilla
Rated 5.0 out of 5

It offers teachers of all knowledge level and confidence the chance to offer dance lessons for all students. Participation in dance has improved dramatically. All children totally engaged with lessons – lots of topic areas offered for boys, who can sometimes lack interest. A great amount of collaboration in lessons. Wellbeing has been helped by children having the opportunity in engaging dance lessons.

Sarah
Rated 4.0 out of 5

Allows all children to take part and work together. All get involved and have a purpose in the lesson. Music not always liked by the children.

Joanne
Rated 4.0 out of 5

Clear, simple to follow planning with all resources together. Lots of topics covered.

Katie

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Dance Notes promotes creative, collaborative, child-centred learning through movement. The methods used are informed by the research of - and developed in collaboration with - the charity 'Make a Move'.

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