Research suggests that word problems might be easier to grasp and more beneficial at the beginning, rather than the end, of a math lesson.

Story problems can help young learners grasp math concepts, but teachers must design and scaffold them carefully.

WSKG is here to help you help your child understand the basic concepts of the common core curriculum with our Good To Know video series! This video addresses Common Core Grade 3 Standard ...

Fractions Solving word problems Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions. Example: The fifth-grade class is assembling a 600-piece jigsaw puzzle.

Fifth-graders are direct, and are genuinely keen to understand their peers rather than criticizing them. We can learn a lot from them.

They've been hard at work for months -- coming in before school and on weekends, too -- to prep their research and robot to make sure everything's perfect for their first-ever Lego League ...

Thousands of Colorado fifth-graders are gearing up to spread the word about healthier living. The program is called "5th Gear Kids." The mission is teaching the concept of energy balance.

Each year, fifth graders from The Walker School select a theme word that will guide the entire Lower School for the year.

EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. — A Georgia substitute teacher has been charged for making terroristic threats after police say he may have used the word “murder” in a classroom full of fifth graders ...