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Fifth Grade

Dissss-traaaact…ed at school

While the rest of the class has their heads bent over a math quiz, this boy's looking for something — anything — more interesting. Meanwhile, his page remains blank. More »


Reading

The truth about nonfiction

There's a reading revolution underway. Here's why you'll see your child reading a lot more nonfiction.


Charter schools

What's a charter school, anyway?

Separate fact from fiction about these nontraditional public schools by watching our quick (and fun!) video.


Reading

Is all reading good reading?

Some parents are just happy to see kids read, but is this violent YA series going too far?


Bullying

Standing up for his son

His son was bullied relentlessly. As a result, 11-year-old Ty took his own life.


School choice

A guide to private schools

Picking schools? Private school is a viable option (even when you think it isn't).


Study Skills

Testing, testing, 1, 2, 3

Five ways to relieve your child's fears about upcoming tests this year.


Learning Activities

Recipe ratios

Recipes make for a tasty lesson on ratios and proportions.


Book Reviews

Mystery books for fifth graders

Whodunit? We did! Our picks to get your fifth grader hooked on mysteries.


Academic Skills

Your fifth grader and science

Fifth graders get an up-close view of animal and plant life by examining the structure of cells.


Academic Skills

Your fifth grader and social studies

Fifth graders study native tribes, revolutionaries, and civic leaders as they explore our country's chronology.


Academic Skills

Your fifth grader and technology

By the end of fifth grade, your child should demonstrate advanced keyboarding skills.


Academic Skills

Your fifth grader and PE

Linking exercise to other lifestyle habits helps fifth graders make the connection between PE and overall health.


Academic Skills

Your fifth grader and art

While your child learns even more art techniques, some may also learn about the different art movements.


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veronicahnjaa February 14, 2013


the teachers are great and my two girls are very happy
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