Matthew Wood (PE & Brain Breaks): Stitch Summer Stomp! Summer Brain Break Just Dance Danny Go Noodle Freeze Dance

Teaching Tips & Activity Context: In this video, students can join Stitch for a summer dance party and help him win by following the dance moves on the screen. It's a high-energy, engaging activity that encourages students to stomp, hop, jump, clap, and slap their way to victory. This video is perfect for elementary school students and can be used as a brain break, indoor recess activity, or a warm-up to get students moving and grooving. This video is ideal for: Grades K8 Brain breaks, indoor recess, warm-ups Suitable for both virtual and in-person learning environments Skills Focus: Coordination Cardiovascular endurance Rhythm and timing Gross motor skills Instructional Suggestions: Provide clear instructions and demonstrate the dance moves before starting the activity. Encourage students to modify movements if needed to ensure everyone can participate and have fun. Use positive reinforcement and create a supportive and inclusive environment to boost student engagement. Extension Ideas (optional): Have students create their own dance moves inspired by Stitch and perform them for the class. Discuss the importance of physical activity and its benefits for overall health and well-being. Integrate math by counting dance steps or measuring the duration of different dance sequences.