Patterns Of Movement In Fun Activities

Mindy Stroop introduces patterns of movement in a STEMscopes video. The lesson covers four main movement patterns: back and forth, zigzag, round and round, and up and down. Each pattern is demonstrated with examples and activities, encouraging students to engage with the material through drawing and discussion. The video concludes with a challenge to identify a movement that combines round and round with up and down, revealing the answer as a yo-yo.

What is the main focus of Mindy Stroop's lesson?

• Historical events

• Patterns of movement

• Mathematical equations

• Cooking recipes

What alternative can be used if shaving cream is not available for the activity?

• Chocolate pudding

• Whipped cream

• Yogurt

• Peanut butter

Which of the following is NOT a suggested tool for writing in shaving cream?

• A straw

• A simple stick

• A coffee stirrer

• A paintbrush

Which of the following is an example of back and forth movement?

• A spinning top

• A swing

• A zigzag line

• A bouncing ball

What is a fun activity mentioned that involves back and forth movement?

• Climbing a tree

• Jumping rope

• Swinging on a swing

• Riding a bicycle

What is a characteristic of zigzag movement?

• It moves in a straight line

• It spins continuously

• It goes up and down at angles

• It involves circular motion

Which pattern of movement is described as going up, turning at an angle, and coming down?

• Back and forth

• Zigzag

• Round and round

• Up and down

Which object is NOT typically associated with round and round movement?

• A merry-go-round

• A rocking chair

• A spinning top

• A roundabout

What pattern of movement does a stepladder represent?

• Back and forth

• Zigzag

• Round and round

• Up and down

What is the answer to the challenge question about something that goes round and round and up and down?

• A merry-go-round

• A seesaw

• A swing

• A yo-yo