5th Grade Math Curriculum
Math for fifth grade students introduces concepts such as operations with decimals, coordinate plane graphs, and basic algebraic thinking. This year, students will spend time deepening their understanding, developing problem-solving strategies, and preparing for more abstract math in middle school. At Miacademy, our fifth grade math curriculum supports this growth with engaging video lessons, interactive practice, and a personalized learning path that makes math both fun and effective!
Sample Lesson
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Is my student ready for 5th grade math concepts?
Before beginning math in fifth grade, students should have a solid understanding of fourth grade math concepts.
While not required, we suggest students take our fourth grade math course, Math Level E, or an equivalent course before starting fifth grade math.
Your child is most likely ready to tackle fifth grade math if they can:
- Confidently add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers
- Understand place value and read and compare large numbers and decimals
- Demonstrate a basic grasp of fractions and can add or subtract simple ones
- Follow and solve math problems that take more than one step
- Notice number patterns and show interest in how numbers work
- Explain how they got their answer in their own words
- Work with decimal numbers (like money) and understand simple graphs
Free 5th Grade Math Worksheets – PDF Download
Each video lesson has printable math worksheets with additional activities to extend learning beyond the screen with a hands-on approach!
Click here to download a free sample PDF of our fifth grade math worksheets:
What are the 5th grade math standards?
Fifth grade math standards help students advance their skills with concepts like fractions, decimals, geometry, and measurement. Students will practice using math in real-world scenarios, working with graphs, and using logical steps to tackle multi-step equations, preparing them for sixth grade algebra.
By the end of the year, fifth graders will be able to:
- Perform operations with multi-digit whole numbers and decimals to the hundredths place
- Use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with fractions, including mixed fractions
- Convert improper fractions to mixed numbers and vice versa
- Understand how decimals work and how to round them
- Solve word problems using fractions and decimals
- Use the correct order of operations when solving math problems
- Classify 2D figures based on properties like angles and sides
- Convert measurements from one unit to another (like inches to feet)
- Understand what volume is and how to find it for box-shaped objects
- Plot points and read simple graphs, like line plots with fractions
Standards can vary by state, so be sure to check what’s required where you live.
Scope and Sequence
5th Grade Math Curriculum (Math Level F)
Our fifth grade math curriculum strongly emphasizes operations with mixed numbers and decimals, as well as conversions between mixed numbers and improper fractions. By exploring the relationship between multiplication and division, students begin working with unknowns — an important step toward developing algebraic thinking.
Miacademy’s Online 5th Grade Homeschool Curriculum
With Miacademy’s fifth grade math curriculum, your child can gain the skills and knowledge they need to tackle middle school math with confidence! From expanding on previous knowledge to including new challenges like converting fractions, operating with decimals, and practicing advanced geometry skills, students will learn everything they need to succeed in upper grades and beyond.
Plus, one of the best things about our fifth grade curriculum is homeschooling with flexibility! You get full customization over your lesson plans and assignments to fit your child’s unique learning needs. Students can skip what they already know and dive into new challenges!
Our family of accredited curricula covers everything from learning to count to precalculus and adapts easily to your child’s educational needs.
Whether you homeschool full time or are looking to supplement a public school education, we’re here to support you! Wondering if Miacademy’s fifth grade homeschool curriculum is a good fit for your student? Start a chat with one of our friendly customer service agents below! They’ll be happy to help you with any questions you may have.
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