Math Games for 5th Graders

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: What concepts a fifth grader should know in geometry?

Ans: A fifth grader should know about plane and solid shapes and can find their area and volume using unit squares and unit cubes respectively. They are also introduced to coordinate geometry in fifth grade where they learn to plot numbers in the cartesian plane and draw linear graphs.

Q2: How can kids learn to multiply fractions using grids?

Ans: To multiply fractions using grids, first represent both the fractions in the same grid with different colors. First fraction can be represented row wise and second fraction column wise. The total number of shaded grids of both colors becomes the numerator of the product and total number of grids becomes the denominator of the product. 

Q3: What are some fun math games for fifth graders?

Ans: There are a lot of math games for fifth graders under different topics. The games can be from numbers, fractions, geometry or measurement. SplashLearn provides a lot of games on each of the math topic in grade 5.

A Fifth Grade child loves to experience Math with funbrain math activities and interactive games. Learn math online with these Grade 5 Math educational games for kids and puzzles for kids, free printable of math worksheets for grade 5 and much more.

SplashLearn offers a wide range of online learning games for Fifth graders to develop the desired math skills: -

• Developing fluency with addition and subtraction of fractions, and developing understanding of the multiplication of fractions and of division of fractions in limited cases
• Use parentheses, brackets, or braces in numerical expressions, and evaluate expressions with these symbols.
• Write simple expressions that record calculations with numbers, and interpret numerical expressions without evaluating them.
• Generate two numerical patterns using two given rules. Identify apparent relationships between corresponding terms. Form ordered pairs consisting of corresponding terms from the two patterns, and graph the ordered pairs on a coordinate plane.
• Extending division to 2-digit divisors, integrating decimal fractions into the place value system and developing understanding of operations with decimals to hundredths, and developing fluency with whole number and decimal operations.
• Convert among different-sized standard measurement units within a given measurement system (e.g., convert 5 cm to 0.05 m), and use these conversions in solving multi-step, real world problems.
• Developing understanding of volume. Recognise volume as an attribute of solid figures and understand concepts of volume measurement. Measure volumes by counting unit cubes, using cubic cm, cubic in, cubic ft, and improvised units.
• Classify two-dimensional figures in a hierarchy based on properties.

Explore the art of learning while having fun.

Grade 5 Number Games

Prime and composite numbers

A prime number is a number greater than 1 that has only 2 factors, 1 and itself. Composite numbers have more than 2 factors.

For example, the number 17 has the factors of 1 and 17, so it is a prime number. Whereas number 8 has the factors 1, 2, 4, and 8, so it is a composite number.

5th Grade Math Challenges and Puzzles on Algebra

In search of the math symbol – learn algebra with this educational math game for grade 5

In this easy online math algebra game, choose the appropriate math symbols such as  to make the math algebra equation make sense.

For example , for the algebraic equations

(35 x 10)-50=300

(350)-50 =300

300= 300

We have used the math symbols such as =, x and –

Complete the given algebraic expressions by adding appropriate math symbol keeping in mind the algebra rules and the order of operations. Similar types writing algebra expression worksheets can also be designed by the facilitators for school.  

Number patterns : Writing algebraic expressions

The Number Patterns series are designed to extend and challenge young mathematicians. The child can learn to write the basic algebraic expressions with the help of number patterns.

This is in alignment with the common core curriculum which guides to generate a number or shape pattern that follows a given rule. Identify apparent features of the pattern that were not explicit in the rule itself.

In this math activity, children will be investigating patterns.

Study the number pattern forming triangles with the sticks , try to identify the number pattern hidden in this number puzzles.

 

Form a triangle and the number of sticks required to make pattern 5?

One can also work out on the algebraic expression of the number pattern to get to the answer.

From the above we can use deduction technique to write an algebraic expression:

3 x 1 = 3

3 x 2 = 6

3 x 3 = 9

….

3 x a = b

So now the table can be re-written as

Look at the picture give below. Identify the number pattern in square 1 and square 2, predict the square 3 – how many pins should the 3rd square touch?

Try to find an algebraic expression for the above and then get to drawing the square 3.

GRAPHICAL ALGEBRA : Think Math  puzzle games online

A grade 5 child is aware of the basic rules of algebra and knows what is linear algebra?  

In this simple math problem for kids, one needs to form a link between a linear algebraic equation and its graphical representation.

Children can apply the graphical method to solve math equations easily.

                 

             

  SOLVE THAT EXPRESSION : Kids' educational games

Learn math online the fun way using SplashLearn which provides a wide range on interactive games for kids from Grade 1-5 math that helps building their math fluency.

This is an elementary algebra game. Children solve the basic algebra problems and choose the correct solution to the defined algebra problem.

These types of games are very effective for algebra practice at school and at home.

 

This funbrain math puzzle can also be a part of pre algebra worksheets for the fifth graders before beginning algebra.

Kids Educational Games on Geometry for fifth graders

A fifth grade math child is well versed with different 2D shapes and 3D shapes. The child now learns to measure the angles formed by different shapes and represent the value in degrees. The 5th grade math familiarises child to different types of angles and properties of angles formed by joining two straight lines.

In grade 5 math children also learn about different types of triangles and the angles formed by triangles. Children learn to calculate areas of shapes made up of triangles and rectangles etc.

Using specially designed 5th grade math learning games, children learn to interpret and plot points on the coordinate plane.

These highly conceptualised math games and math activities for kids will help the child to :

• Understand the concept of angles
• Learn about different types of triangles and quadrilaterals
• Calculate area of triangles and quadrilaterals and the related shapes
• Write and plot in the first quadrants.

SplashLearn provides a variety of 5th grade learning games for learning shapes and geometry.

Know your Triangle : Online math games for kids

This is a helpful math tool for testing the knowledge about 2 dimensional shapes. Children identify different types of triangles using the properties of triangles.

This online math learning can be converted into simple triangle worksheets for assessment of 5th grade math at school level.

Know Your Quads : Classifying Quadrilateral Worksheets

This is 5th grade math shape puzzle, where the task is to identify and classify quadrilaterals from different shapes displayed on screen.

This online math games for fifth graders is a helpful tool for learning quadrilateral shapes. Children identify the shapes using the properties of quadrilaterals.  

There are many similar quadrilateral worksheets provided by SplashLearn based on math common core standards. Some of the math worksheets are based on finding the area of quadrilateral, perimeter of quadrilateral etc.

Find Your Parallelogram : Fun Math Shape Games for Kids

This is 5th grade math shape puzzle, where the task is to identify the parallelogram from different shapes displayed on screen.

This school games for kids can also be used as parallelogram worksheets in the classroom as a part of assessment.

                                       

The Five Elements  : Platonic Shapes Worksheets for 5th graders

At a Fifth Grade level, children are able to construct and use nets, and know the five regular 'Platonic' solids.

At SplashLearn one can find a range of free printable 5th Grade Geometry Worksheets.

                       

Mark the co-ordinates: Free online math games for kids

A coordinate basically refers to the position of an object or a person with respect to some fixed point.  All coordinates consist of two numbers separated with a comma and usually within parentheses. The first number is the horizontal coordinate, or the number along the x axis. The second number is the vertical coordinate, or the number up the y axis.

For example, a coordinates ( 4,5 ) means 4 along x -axis (horizontally)  and 5 up on the y-axis.

SplashLearn provides variety of printable coordinates worksheets and online learning games for  5th graders.

These highly conceptualised math games and math activities for kids will help the child to :

• Learn to identify and plot the coordinates on respective plane
• writing down coordinates.
• Putting the understanding in use for writing down different algebraic equations involving line plots

                                   

MIRROR REFLECTIONS: Fun Symmetry worksheets online

Grade 5 math common core standards introduces a child to the word of coordinate geometry and symmetry shapes.

In this math cool games , a child analyses the shape pattern on screen, understand the coordinates and them forms a symmetrical image of the same. Child can also be given options to choose from.

                           

Math-O-Mania :  Math Magician games online

This is a fun interactive math  board game for kids to learn math the easy way. The game comprises of a series of sub games testing the desired math skills of a fifth graders are every step.

It step by step math game is very effective method for kids of this age group.

Game instructions:

A math board game can be based on a story of a captain who lands up on a deserted island with his crew and sets himself on an exploration. The child spins the wheel, and the moves the desired number of spaces. After every spin, the child first has to clear a math puzzle and then he or she can move the desired steps on the board game. If they fail to clear the online math puzzle then they go back to the start. The game can be played by 2 or more members. Each spin results in a puzzle based on grade 5 math learning. The one who clears all the online educational puzzles and lands at the cross mark, wins the game.

Math problem for 1st hurdle : Simply Fractions

                             

                   

Math quiz games: Find the location coordinates on the radar             

                 

                                               

Math step by step teaser: Volume Math

Simple volume worksheets and online quizzes on measurement and unit conversions.