This task involves demonstrating some geometric shapes and properties.
Dance 1: Circle Dance A
On a marked out circle:
Firstly show the diameter
Then show a semi-circle
Finish by showing an arc
Dance 2: Line Dance
Do the following:
Firstly show vertical lines
Then show parallel lines
Finish by showing horizontal lines
Dance 3: Rectangle Dance
On a marked rectangle:
Firstly show perpendicular lines
Then show the perimeter
Finish by showing diagonal lines
Dance 4: Circle Dance B
On a marked circle:
Firstly show the radius
Then show the circumference
Finish by showing a sector
Dance 5: Angle Dance
Do the following:
Firstly show an obtuse angle
Then show an acute angle
Finish by showing a right angle
Dance 6: Triangle Dance
Do the following:
Firstly show an equilateral triangle
Then show an isosceles triangle
Finish by showing a right-angled triangle
Task administration:
This task requires physical space for students to move around and equipment.
Equipment:
Music playing device; Suitable music to move to; Choreography Cards – 1 per group; 1-2 large circles (approximately 2-3 metres in diameter) and a large rectangle (approximately 2 × 4 m) marked out on the playground or in a hall;
Teacher Assessment Sheet.
This is a group assessment task for groups of 4-6 students.
Each group is to make up a 1 minute dance which shows all three angles, lines, shapes, or parts of shapes listed on their card, in the order that they appear on the card.
Give each group up to 5 minutes to work out their dance before presenting it to the rest of the class.
Some of the dances require students to use a marked out circle or rectangle, as indicated on the dance card.
Students may need to show the changes between each part of their dance with a verbal or non-verbal signal, e.g., "change", or a whistle.
