Victoria – Swinging & singing Scroll to learning area

This short observational clip captures Victoria and a small group of children enjoying the rhythmic motion of swinging while spontaneously singing. The video highlights her developing sense of balance, coordination, and expressive language through song. It offers rich opportunities to observe physical development, early communication skills, and the joy of self-initiated play. Perfect for training sessions focused on movement, creativity, and the link between physical activity and language development.

Good for looking at

• Vestibular development
• Physical coordination
• Language development
• Emotional well-being
• Creativity
• Self-regulation
• Social interaction
• Adult interaction

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Notice

• How is the child using their body during the activity?
• What do you notice about their communication or vocalisations?
• How do they seem to feel while engaged in this play?
• What does this tell you about their thinking or problem-solving?

Reflect

• What stood out to you about the child’s movement and behaviour?
• How did the child express themselves during the activity?
• What role did the adult play, and how did this influence the child’s experience?
• What might this tell you about the child’s development or interests?

Planning – What next?

• How does what you observed compare to similar moments in your own setting?
• What strategies do you use to support this type of play or expression?
• How might this observation influence how you plan or respond in your practice?