NCERT Class 5 Arts Bansuri: Chapter 16 — DANCING WITH RHYTHM AND TEMPOS
This chapter, "Dancing with Rhythm and Tempos" from NCERT Class 5 Arts Bansuri, introduces students to the fundamental concepts of rhythm and tempo in dance and music. It defines rhythm as maintaining a constant beat and tempo as the change in the speed of rhythm, either faster or slower. Through Activity 16.1, "Dance with Rhythm," students practice keeping a steady four-beat rhythm and continuing it independently with clicks, claps, or stamps. Activity 16.2, "Dance with Tempo," explores tempo by comparing the pace of everyday activities like walking at a slow speed versus walking quickly within the same beat count. This chapter helps students develop an understanding of musicality and movement coordination, essential skills for artistic expression in the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 5 |
| Subject | Arts |
| Book | Bansuri |
| Chapter | Chapter 16 — DANCING WITH RHYTHM AND TEMPOS |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 219 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the concept of rhythm as a steady beat.
- Differentiate between rhythm and tempo.
- Practice maintaining a steady beat through clapping, clicking, or stamping.
- Experience and identify changes in tempo (speed) in movement.
- Apply understanding of rhythm and tempo in simple dance activities.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Rhythm | Keeping a constant beat. |
| Beat | A steady pulse in music or dance. |
| Tempo | The speed of the rhythm; how fast or slow the music is. |
| Clicks | Short, sharp sounds made with the tongue or fingers. |
| Claps | Striking the hands together to make a sound. |
| Stamps | Bringing the foot down firmly on the ground to make a sound. |
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Practice questions
- What is rhythm? Answer: Rhythm is keeping a constant beat.
- What is tempo? Answer: Tempo is the change in speed of rhythm, either faster or slower.
- Name three ways you can keep a beat mentioned in the chapter. Answer: Clicks, claps, or stamps.
- How does tempo affect movement? Answer: Tempo affects the speed of movement; a faster tempo means moving faster, and a slower tempo means moving slower, within the same beat count.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main focus of NCERT Class 5 Arts Chapter 16?
The chapter focuses on understanding and experiencing rhythm and tempo through dance and movement activities.
How is rhythm defined in the chapter?
Rhythm is defined as keeping a constant beat.
What is tempo according to the chapter?
Tempo is described as the change in the speed of rhythm, making it faster or slower.
What activities are included in Chapter 16?
The chapter includes 'Dance with Rhythm' and 'Dance with Tempo' activities.
Can students practice rhythm independently?
Yes, after the teacher stops, students are encouraged to keep moving in the same beat using clicks, claps, or stamps.
How does the chapter explain tempo changes?
It explains tempo changes by comparing everyday activities like walking at a normal pace versus walking quickly within the same beat count.
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NCERT Class 5 Arts — Bansuri — Chapter 16 — DANCING WITH RHYTHM AND TEMPOS. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.