The Reception children have been enthusiastically taking part in a fun and active unit on Dance during their Physical Education (P.E.) lessons. This unit has been a wonderful way to develop their gross motor skills, coordination, and rhythm through musical movement.The class has been focusing on creating movements to the familiar and catchy tune, "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes."
Understanding Body Parts: The song naturally reinforces their knowledge of major body parts, which is a great cross-curricular link.
Following Instructions: The children are practicing listening skills by moving in time to the music and stopping or starting as the song dictates.
Developing Coordination: As they follow the sequence of touching their head, shoulders, knees, and toes, they are actively working on their hand-eye and full-body coordination, trying to maintain balance and control.