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Expressive arts: first level experiences and outcomes

19 Es&Os, usually taught in P2 to P4. Choose "Plan this" to open a lesson plan linked to that experience and outcome.

Participation in performances and presentations

  • EXA 1-01a

    I have experienced the energy and excitement of presenting/performing for audiences and being part of an audience for other people’s presentations/performances.

    Also at: EXA 0-01a, EXA 2-01a

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Art and design

  • EXA 1-02a

    I have the opportunity to choose and explore a range of media and technologies to create images and objects, discovering their effects and suitability for specific tasks.

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  • EXA 1-03a

    I can create and present work using the visual elements of line, shape, form, colour, tone, pattern and texture.

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  • EXA 1-04a

    I can create a range of visual information through observing and recording from my experiences across the curriculum.

    Also at: EXA 0-04a

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  • EXA 1-05a

    Inspired by a range of stimuli, I can express and communicate my ideas, thoughts and feelings through activities within art and design.

    Also at: EXA 0-05a, EXA 2-05a

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  • EXA 1-06a

    I can use exploration and imagination to solve design problems related to real-life situations.

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  • EXA 1-07a

    I can respond to the work of artists and designers by discussing my thoughts and feelings. I can give and accept constructive comment on my own and others’ work.

    Also at: EXA 0-07a, EXA 2-07a, EXA 3-07a

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Dance

  • EXA 1-08a

    I enjoy creating short dance sequences, using travel, turn, jump, gesture, pause and fall, within safe practice.

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  • EXA 1-09a

    Inspired by a range of stimuli, I can express my ideas, thoughts and feelings through creative work in dance.

    Also at: EXA 0-09a, EXA 2-09a

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  • EXA 1-10a

    I am becoming aware of different features of dance and can practise and perform steps, formations and short dance.

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  • EXA 1-11a

    I can respond to the experience of dance by discussing my thoughts and feelings. I can give and accept constructive comment on my own and others’ work.

    Also at: EXA 0-11a, EXA 2-11a, EXA 3-11a

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Drama

  • EXA 1-12a

    I enjoy creating, choosing and accepting roles, using movement, expression and voice.

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  • EXA 1-13a

    Inspired by a range of stimuli, I can express and communicate my ideas, thoughts and feelings through drama.

    Also at: EXA 0-13a, EXA 2-13a

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  • EXA 1-14a

    I have developed confidence and skills in creating and presenting drama which explores real and imaginary situations, using improvisation and script.

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  • EXA 1-15a

    I can respond to the experience of drama by discussing my thoughts and feelings. I can give and accept constructive comment on my own and others’ work.

    Also at: EXA 0-15a, EXA 2-15a, EXA 3-15a

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Music

  • EXA 1-16a

    I can sing and play music from other styles and cultures, showing growing confidence and skill while learning about musical notation and performance directions.

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  • EXA 1-17a

    I can use my voice, musical instruments and music technology to discover and enjoy playing with sound, rhythm, pitch and dynamics.

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  • EXA 1-18a

    Inspired by a range of stimuli, and working on my own and/or with others, I can express and communicate my ideas, thoughts and feelings through musical activities.

    Also at: EXA 0-18a, EXA 2-18a

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  • EXA 1-19a

    I have listened to a range of music and can respond by discussing my thoughts and feelings. I can give and accept constructive comment on my own and others’ work.

    Also at: EXA 2-19a

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Other areas at first level

Questions teachers ask

What are the expressive arts experiences and outcomes at first level?
There are 19, usually taught in P2 to P4. They are listed on this page with their codes, grouped by curriculum organiser.
How do I plan a P2 to P4 expressive arts lesson for an Es&O?
Choose "Plan this" next to the experience and outcome. Heapso opens a lesson plan set to P3 Expressive arts with that code linked. You can change anything before Pip writes.

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