Teaching Tips & Activity Context:
In this energetic video, students will have a blast joining 3 dancing Minecraft blocks on an adventure to find the hidden diamond. They will copy the moves of the block they think has the diamond and enjoy a fun surprise at the end with a Jump Battle Boss Fight. This video is perfect for brain breaks, indoor recess, and even getting students ready for gym class. It provides an engaging and active way for students to take a break, stretch their brains, and have fun while learning. Whether in the classroom or at home, this video is designed to keep students moving and entertained.
This video is ideal for:
- Grades K-8
- Brain breaks
- Indoor recess
- Getting ready for gym class
- Fun and active learning at home
Skills Focus:
- Coordination: Students will copy the dance moves of the Minecraft blocks, improving their coordination and ability to follow movements.
- Cardiovascular Endurance: The energetic dance routine and Jump Battle Boss Fight at the end will get students moving and increase their heart rate, improving cardiovascular endurance.
- Listening and Attention: Students will need to pay close attention to the moves of the different Minecraft blocks in order to guess which one has the hidden diamond.
- Fun and Engagement: This video is designed to keep students engaged, active, and having fun while learning.
Instructional Suggestions:
- Before playing the video, remind students of the importance of following along with the moves and staying engaged.
- Consider doing a quick warm-up or stretching activity before starting the video to prepare students for the movements.
- Encourage students to focus on their own movements and not worry about being perfect. The goal is to have fun and get moving.
- Provide modifications for students who may have mobility limitations or prefer lower-impact movements. For example, they can perform the movements sitting down or at a slower pace.
- Use this video to reinforce listening skills by encouraging students to listen closely to the directions provided by Coach Corey.
- For virtual learning, share the video with students and have them follow along from their own spaces. Consider using breakout rooms for students to chat and share their experiences during the video.
Extension Ideas (optional):
- After watching the video, have students create their own dance routine based on their favorite video game or theme. They can perform it for the class or record videos to share with each other.
- Connect the video to language arts by asking students to write a short story or create a comic strip about the Minecraft Shuffle adventure.
- Integrate math by having students count and tally the number of times they guessed correctly in the video. They can graph their results and compare with their peers.
- Explore the world of Minecraft further by discussing the different blocks and items found in the game and their functions. Students can create their own Minecraft-inspired artwork or build structures using blocks in the classroom or virtual platforms.
