Coordinated Movement Activity

Here are some things that was given to me by my professor.

My note: Remember to use the less difficult steps for younger children.

These are steps found in the book Teaching Progression for Basic Rhythmic Competency by Phyllis Weikark.

Level I        Single Coordinated Motion     two hands patting simultaneously
Bridge        Repetitious, One Hand/Other Hand Movement
Level II      Alternating Single Motion       one hand other hand in succession
Level III     Double Coordinated               two hands together, alternating two locations
Level IV    Combined Double                   two hands together, 3-4 locations
Level V     Other combinations                 see below

•     add clap and stamp
•     combine Level I with Level II
•     alternate double motions (4 beats)
•     alternate combined double motions (8 beats)
•     add a rest
•     combine arm and leg

You can find the exact description of the steps in these two books.

1. Weikart, Phyllis. Movement Plus Music. Ypsilanti, Michigan: High/Scope, 1989.

2. Weikart, Phyllis. Teaching Movement and Dance. Ypsilanti, Michigan: High/Scope, 1982.