Year 2 – African Dance and Drumming Workshop 2025
To bring to a close our Home and Away topic, Year 2 enjoyed an amazing day with Kwame from African Activities experiencing a range of immersive activities blending rhythm, movement, creativity, and culture. First the children learnt to play the djembe drum. They were taught how to hold and play the drum correctly before copying Kwame in a variety of different patterns and rhythms. We also learnt a simple high energy dance, designed for a whole body workout to the African beats. Next, Elm and Beech found out about the symbols and proverbs of the Akan people. Each symbol has a meaning and is a way of communicating. The children selected their own symbols to print their own piece of Adinkra Cloth. The day ended with a performance to parents and carers. A huge thank you to the PTA for funding this amazing day.
