Teaching Tips & Activity Context:
Join Woody, Buzz, and other Toy Story characters in a lively dance party where kids freeze, dance, and play along with their favorite characters. In this Brain Break party, students can even act out the classic "Andy's Coming" game from the movie. It's a fun way to get kids active and energized in the classroom setting.
This video is ideal for:
Grades K-5
Brain breaks, indoor recess, or as a warm-up activity
Suitable for both virtual and in-person learning environments
Skills Focus:
Cardiovascular endurance
Coordination
Listening skills
Creativity and imagination
Instructional Suggestions:
To keep students engaged and motivated, consider:
Encouraging students to embody different characters from Toy Story during the dance party.
Allowing students to take turns leading the freeze dance segments.
Providing modifications for students who may need seated dance options or alternative movements.
Extension Ideas (optional):
After the video, students can:
Create their own Toy Story-themed dance moves and share them with the class.
Discuss the importance of movement and exercise for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, linking it to themes of friendship and teamwork from Toy Story.