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5th Grade pathway

Ages 10–11 · 7 skills · 3 guided lessons

Operate fluently with decimals, find volume, and analyze theme in literature.

By the end of 5th Grade

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals
Find volume of rectangular prisms
Identify theme and write strong summaries
Cite evidence to support written claims
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Math progression

2 milestones
  1. 1
    Decimal Operations
    Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals.
  2. 2
    Volume & Geometry
    Find volume of rectangular prisms and more.
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Reading progression

1 milestones
  1. 1
    Theme & Summary
    Identify themes and write strong summaries.
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Writing progression

1 milestones
  1. 1
    5-Paragraph Essay
    Hook, thesis, body paragraphs, and a strong conclusion.
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Science progression

1 milestones
  1. 1
    The Solar System
    Identify the planets and key features of our solar system.
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Social Studies progression

1 milestones
  1. 1
    The American Revolution
    Causes, key figures, and outcomes of the Revolution.
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Life Skills progression

1 milestones
  1. 1
    Goal Setting
    Set SMART goals and track weekly progress.

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