Storytelling Through Movement and Expression

Year 2-3 Art Lesson Using our bodies to tell stories 30 minutes of creative fun!

What is Storytelling Through Movement?

Using our bodies to tell stories No words needed - just movement! Faces and bodies can show feelings Every movement has meaning

Let's Try Some Emotions!

Stand up and show me HAPPY! Now show me SURPRISED! What about SLEEPY? How would you show EXCITED?

Creating Movement Stories

Stories have a beginning, middle, and end Use your whole body - arms, legs, face! Work together with your partner Take turns and share ideas

Story Prompt Examples

Partner Planning Time

Find your partner Read your story prompt together Plan your beginning, middle, and end Practice your movements

Performance Time!

What story did you see? What feelings did the movements show? What was your favorite part? How did they use their faces and bodies?

Reflection and Cool Down

How did it feel to tell stories with your body? What was the most fun part? What did you learn about movement? Stories can be told in many different ways!