PSHE KS1 / KS2: Boost – Let’s Rock with Evie Pickerill

CBeebies presenter Evie Pickerill assembles an air instrument rock band, where everyone in the class has their own part to play.

Pupils are encouraged to act out how different musical instruments are played, from guitarists, to keyboardists, to drummers!

This video can be used to boost energy levels in the class and help to instil in pupils a sense of pride and togetherness for coming together as part of the larger band.

Sometimes we need a boost to get us going. Being energised helps us to do the things we know we can normally do, and confidence to give new things a go.

Teacher Notes

  • Phase and setting most suitable for: KS1 and KS2. Whole class movement.
  • When to use: Start of the day/Movement break between lessons.

See our Moodboosters School Timetable for more ideas.

Enrichment activities

  1. Lyrics of Energy
  • Children write a short, fun energy boost chant or song about feeling good and rocking out. Example: "Jump up high, touch the sky, Play that guitar, don't be shy!"
  1. Energy Reflection
  • Finish the sentences: "Before rocking out, I felt ___. After rocking out, I feel ___." "My favourite move was ___ because ___."
  1. Battle of the Bands
  • Split the class into two groups.
  • Each group does a short, energetic performance using their instruments and moves.
  • Everyone cheers for both groups — no competition, just celebration!

More from Boost:

Bethany Shriever uses movement and exercises to help primary school children recognise the importance of taking time to pause and reflect.

Animal Safari

Ade Adepitan shows primary school pupils that it’s ok to go wrong from time to time through a combination of rowing, jumping and leaning.

Boat Race

Strictly Come Dancing champion Oti Mabuse encourages primary school pupils to have fun by practicing unique dance moves to energise the class.

Dance Party Mega Mix

Rhys Stephenson and George Webster encourage primary school pupils to join in with a body percussion routine to inspire confidence and self-belief.

Volume Up

Dr Ranj Singh leads a wacky workout for primary school pupils about being able to change negative moods to positive ones through movement.

Wacky Workout

Oti Mabuse becomes MC Hype in this fun activity that aims to get children off their feet to help combat feelings of tiredness and fatigue.

MC Hype

Evie Pickerill inspires children to turn their bodies into musical instruments to help stimulate awareness of controlling movement.

Make Some Noise

Amy Dowden demonstrates how primary school children can explore different emotions through movement and impersonations of animals.

Emotion in Motion

Rhys Stephenson and Joe Tasker use simple hand movements and actions to help up the energy levels in the room.

Power Up

More from Moodboosters:

Activities to help children become aware of the importance of self-care, whilst building resilience and recognising what makes them special.

Recharge

Fun, movement-based activities for children centring on relationships and how to recognise emotions in others through empathy.

Connect

Learning activities to promote creativity and optimism in children whilst encouraging them to use their imagination to envision their goals and aspirations.

Imagine

Teacher's guide

Curriculum-linked ideas and tips about how you can use Moodboosters with your class during the school day.

Teacher's guide

Watch highlights as children from around the nations join together for a big mood-boosting moment.

Watch again - our live launch

About Moodboosters

Everything you need to know about our initiative to get KS1 / KS2 pupils moving for mental health and wellbeing.

About Moodboosters