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The Arts, Years 0–3

Phase 1 of Te Mātaiaho. Strands: Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts.

Years 0–3 lesson and unit ideas

  • Lesson

    Body percussion rhythms

    Echo, then create, short rhythm patterns using claps, stamps and clicks.

  • Lesson

    Freeze frames from a story

    Retell key moments of a familiar story in still images, then bring one to life with a line of dialogue.

  • Lesson

    Leaf printing

    Collect leaves, make prints with paint or ink, and talk about pattern, shape and texture.

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