For Kids in Prep
Performing Arts with Nursery Rhymes
(There was an Old Woman who Lived
in a Shoe, n.d.)
(Two Birds, n.d.)
(Puppy Cartoon, n.d.)
(Bear Graphic, n.d.)
(Humpty Dumpty, n.d.)
(Jack and Jill, n.d.)
Learning Experiences
Context for learning
The learning experiences are designed to coincide with children’s interests in singing, performing and dancing to nursery rhymes. The nursery rhymes also are integrated with ACARA (2014) literacy, language and literature learning outcomes.
The children will explore elements of music, dance and drama through playful interactions incorporating small group and whole group interactions.
Educator’s role
The role of the educator is to encourage children to move, create and perform as they participate with music, dance and drama experiences. The educator does this through modelling, positive reinforcement and becoming a co-player with the children (Wright, 2012).
The educator must also observe the children during the experiences, checking for understandings and clearing misunderstandings. The educator can record observational notes, use checklists and take photographs to document participation and gauge individual strengths to guide future planning (Wright, 2012, p. 132).
Environment
The classroom is set up with:
A dance/physical exercise area; and
EYLF (DEEWR, 2009) learning outcomes
Each of the performing arts experiences allow children to achieve the EYLF (DEEWR, 2009) learning outcomes of experiencing feelings of belonging; developing confidence; effectively communicating; having a sense of identity; connecting and contributing; being actively involved; and having a sense of wellbeing (DEEWR, 2009).