Fifth Grade Curriculum
A complete year of Math, ELA, Science, and History & Civics — organized, parent-led, and ready to teach.
$249/year
Family discounts available
Fifth Grade is the capstone of elementary education — and our curriculum reflects that. Math covers the full range of upper elementary skills: large-number operations, fraction and decimal arithmetic, geometry, volume, and an introduction to data and probability. ELA moves into genuine analytical writing — multi-paragraph essays, research-based writing, and literary analysis — while students read across a wide range of genres and text types. Science brings it all together across cells and organisms, Earth’s systems, matter and energy, and space science, with a strong emphasis on the scientific method and independent investigation. History & Civics covers American history from westward expansion and the Civil War through the 20th century, including WWI, WWII, the civil rights movement, and modern America.
Each week covers all four subjects — organized, sequenced, and ready to teach.
Scope & Sequence
This scope & sequence shows what your child will learn and how the curriculum progresses throughout the year. Each subject moves through six units, with six lessons per unit. Full lesson plans are available after enrollment.
Mathematics
Completes upper elementary math with large-number operations, fraction and decimal arithmetic, geometry and volume, and an introduction to data and probability.
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Unit 1: Place Value & Whole Number Operations. Place value to the billions, reading and writing large numbers, rounding and estimation, multi-digit multiplication, long division with remainders, and whole-number word problems.
Unit 2: Fractions & Decimals. Equivalent fractions, comparing and ordering fractions, adding and subtracting fractions, multiplying and dividing fractions, decimals to the thousandths, and converting between fractions and decimals.
Unit 3: Operations with Decimals. Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing decimals, estimation, decimal word problems, patterns, place value, and rounding.
Unit 4: Geometry & Measurement. Classifying 2D figures, volume of rectangular prisms, coordinate-plane graphing, perimeter, area and volume, angles and line relationships, and measurement conversions.
Unit 5: Data & Probability. Line plots, bar graphs and frequency tables, mean, median, mode and range, probability and likelihood, and real-world data analysis.
Unit 6: Review & Projects. Review of operations, fractions and decimals, and geometry, plus problem-solving challenges and a final math project.
English Language Arts (ELA)
Develops advanced grammar, multi-paragraph and research-based writing, literary analysis, and formal research and presentation skills — with weekly reading built in.
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Unit 1: Advanced Grammar & Sentence Mechanics. Sentence types and purposes, compound and complex sentences, commas and quotation marks, verb tenses, irregular verbs, prepositions, and grammar in writing.
Unit 2: Multi-Paragraph Writing. Introductions and conclusions, paragraph organization, narrative writing with dialogue and action, opinion writing with evidence, and research-based informational writing.
Unit 3: Reading Strategies & Literary Analysis. Theme and supporting evidence, character development, comparing and contrasting texts, figurative language and imagery, tone and mood, and summarizing literary and informational texts.
Unit 4: Genre Exploration. Historical fiction and nonfiction, biographies and memoirs, poetry, myths and legends, argumentative texts, and science and technical texts.
Unit 5: Vocabulary Development. Context clues, Greek and Latin roots and affixes, homonyms and synonyms, idioms and figurative language, spelling and usage, and grammar review.
Unit 6: Research & Communication. Multi-source research, citing sources, organizing and outlining reports, writing and editing a research paper, oral presentation skills, and a final publishing showcase.
Science
Explores cells and organisms, Earth’s systems, matter and energy, and space science through hands-on investigation and the full scientific method.
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Unit 1: Life Science — Cells & Organisms. Cell structure and function, plant and animal cells, classification of organisms, adaptations, photosynthesis, food chains, and ecosystem interdependence.
Unit 2: Earth Science — Earth’s Systems. Earth’s layers and plate tectonics, volcanoes, earthquakes and faults, weathering and erosion, soil formation, watersheds, natural resources, conservation, and environmental change.
Unit 3: Physical Science — Matter & Energy. Properties and states of matter, physical and chemical changes, forms of energy, electricity and circuits, magnetism, gravity, friction, and motion.
Unit 4: Space Science — Earth & Beyond. The solar system, orbits and rotations, seasons, moon phases, stars, galaxies, telescopes, and the history of space exploration.
Unit 5: Inquiry & Scientific Method. Testable questions, experiment design, data collection and graphing, drawing conclusions, lab reports and presentations, and a STEM engineering challenge.
Unit 6: Review & Science Expo. Review across all four science domains, a scientific investigation capstone, and a year-end science presentation.
History & Civics
Covers American history from westward expansion through the 20th century, alongside founding documents, U.S. geography, government, and civic life.
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Unit 1: U.S. Geography & Expansion. U.S. regions and major cities, rivers and mountains, westward expansion and Manifest Destiny, the Trail of Tears and Native resistance, the Gold Rush, and the transcontinental railroad.
Unit 2: Founding Documents & Civics. The Constitution and Bill of Rights, structure of government, separation of powers, amendments and civic rights, voting and elections, and responsibilities of citizenship.
Unit 3: Civil War & Reconstruction. Causes of the Civil War, key battles and leaders, the Emancipation Proclamation, effects of the war, Reconstruction and the Freedmen, and the Civil War’s lasting legacy.
Unit 4: Immigration & Industrialization. Ellis Island and immigration, working conditions and child labor, urban growth, labor movements and reform, American innovation, and the Progressive Era.
Unit 5: 20th Century America. WWI, the Great Depression, WWII, the civil rights movement, the Cold War, women’s rights and equality, and modern American leaders.
Unit 6: Projects & Review. Family history and landmark projects, civics and geography review, historical research, an American history timeline, and a community guide project.
What’s Included
All Four Core Subjects
36 Weeks of Guided Lessons
Hands-On, Low-Screen Learning
Built-In Progress Tracking
Flexible Weekly Pacing
One Digital Curriculum Portal
Fifth Grade Questions
Do I need teaching experience to use this curriculum?
No. The curriculum is written for parents, not credentialed teachers. Fifth Grade is parent-led, with clear lessons that guide you through the instruction and activities.
How much time does Fifth Grade take?
It varies by child and subject. Each weekly lesson is designed to be completed over several hours, and you control the pace. Spend more time where your child needs it and move ahead when ready.
Do I need a separate reading program?
No. Reading is built directly into Fifth Grade ELA alongside literary analysis, vocabulary, grammar, writing, and research.
What materials will I need?
Most activities use basic school supplies and common household materials. Any materials needed are clearly listed in the lesson.
How is progress tracked in Fifth Grade?
Graded quizzes provide regular feedback throughout the year. Mid-year and year-end checkpoint assessments in all four subjects help identify strengths and areas that may need more review.
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