April 2025
Educational Curriculum Calendar Guide
The first day of each month the KWL (K-Know, W-Want to know, L-Learned) Chart is created. This assesses the students’ knowledge on the monthly idea and is updated throughout the month.
Two exploration days are planned each month to explore the students’ interests based on discussion of the KWL Chart.
One day each month is dedicated to anti-bullying activities, using the Teaching Tolerance curriculum.
The last Friday of this month will incorporate a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) activity.
Big Idea
Performing Under the Big Top
Essential Questions
1) What talents do performers in a circus showcase?
2) How do the animals get trained to perform?
3) How do circus’ operate in each city?
Vocabulary
trapeze, acrobat, extravaganza, ringmaster
Spanish Vocabulary
trapecio, acróbata, extravagancia, jefe de pista
Monthly Calendar
Curriculum calendar:
Educational Concepts (2024-2025)