Fifth Grade Activities
Browse through our fifth grade activities, or use the selector below to pick a subject. You'll find many fifth grade activities to keep your child learning on the fly, all year long. From fun holiday activities to subject specific ones there are many 5th grade activities to choose from.
Guess My Rock!
There are hundreds of properties in rocks which you can describe, so get your geology goggles on and get ready to rock your child's science skills.
Construct an Easy Paddle Boat Racer!
Invite your child to build her own miniature models of paddle boats. She will have a blast racing them in your family bathtub. On your mark, get set, go!
Race to Light Your Kinara!
The Kinara is the seven-candle holder that represents an African family's heritage. Explore a new cultural tradition with this fast-paced Kinara game!
Make String Art
Sick of the same old arts and crafts projects? Try a new kind of art--string art! Kids make a simple geometric design while they learn how to use a hammer and nails
Cuckoo for Crazy Quilts
Crazy quilting is a fun and easy way for kids to exercise some creativity and connect with the past.
Create a Vine Vase
Show your love of nature with this pretty vase made with vines. It will be perfect for holding a floral bouquet!
Go Direct for Better Paragraphs
In fifth grade, students are asked to write a variety of paragraphs, but often arenât sure how to structure the sentences within them. If your child's paragraphs need to transition from out-of-order to organized and smooth, try this simple activity.
Write a List Poem
If you can write a list, you can write a poem! Help your child practice her writing while channeling her inner poet in this activity that has her composing an entire poem from a simple list.
Algebra All Around: 3 Activities
Algebra is all around, from the data in the news to real life situations such as shopping and sports. Here are three activities you can do at home and around town to bring algebra into your daily lives.
Make a Spoon Bell
Every time a sound is produced it emits a sound wave. This experiment demonstrates how sound travels, using nothing more than a spoon and a string.
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