"Kandinsky was fascinated by the expressive power of linear forms. Lyricism is the pathos of a force whose triumphant effort enters into action and encounters no obstacle. Because the straight line results from the initiative of a single, unopposed force, its domain is that of the lyric. When two forces are present and thus enter in conflict, as this is the case with the curve or the zigzag line, we are in domain of drama."
Dancing with Kandinsky
motivating older children to move
Inspire them
Assymetrical/gender groupings
Choice
Visual, geometric, abstract, color, tactile
Verbs/Action words
Jump, run, roll, walk
Positive and negative space
Sensory work
Not just crayons
Single Sex Education, Boys
(cc) photo by Franco Folini on Flickr
(cc) photo by Metro Centric on Flickr
(cc) photo by jimmyharris on Flickr
(cc) photo by Metro Centric on Flickr
Physical
Movement words
This should not be your first movement work with children! Build up. If can't, begin with safe activity--Body Percussion
Research
Move! Choice! Collaborate! Creativity!
Ken Robinson
Angel Lillard
Mark Milliron
Daniel Pink
John Ratey, Spark!
Human Obstacle Course
Run, Reach, Rock