Grade 5 Social StudiesLessons & Games for Kids Ages 10–11
A complete, game-based grade 5 social studies path for homeschool and after school (Year 6 social studies in the UK). 10 courses, from Types of Government to The Global Goals + Final Challenge, each with a read-aloud lesson, practice games and a quiz.
- 10 courses
- 46+ practice questions
- Ages 10–11
- first 2 courses free
10 courses in order
Grade 5 Social Studies Courses
Open any course to see what's inside: the lesson, the games, practice questions and ideas to try at home.
- Course 1
Types of Government
Democracy, monarchy and dictatorship: who holds power and how.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 2
Democracy & Elections
Candidates, campaigns, ballots and how a vote is won.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 20 min
- Course 3
Human & Children's Rights
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the rights of every child.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 4
Global Trade
Imports, exports and how goods travel around the world.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 5
Budgeting Basics
Income, expenses, saving and making a simple budget.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 6
Biomes of Earth
Tundra, taiga, grassland, desert, rainforest and ocean biomes.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 7
Cities of the World
Why people move to cities and where the world's megacities are.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 8
Latitude & Longitude
Use imaginary lines and coordinates to find any place on Earth.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 9
Fact or Opinion?
Spot facts, opinions and trustworthy sources online and in the news.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 10
The Global Goals + Final Challenge
The UN's 17 Global Goals, actions kids can take, and the Grade 5 Final Challenge.
Social Studies course · 10 questions · about 15 min
Skills
Grade 5 Social Studies Skills Covered
Every practice question is linked to a skill, so the parent dashboard can show what your child has mastered and what to practice next.
Questions from parents
Grade 5 Social Studies: FAQ
What do kids learn in grade 5 social studies?
SkillBloom's grade 5 social studies path has 10 courses: Types of Government, Democracy & Elections, Human & Children's Rights, Global Trade, Budgeting Basics, Biomes of Earth, Cities of the World, Latitude & Longitude, Fact or Opinion? and The Global Goals + Final Challenge. Each one has a read-aloud lesson, hands-on games or experiments and a quiz.
What age is grade 5?
Grade 5 is usually for kids ages 10–11. In the UK that is Year 6, and in Australia it is Year 5. Kids can also use another grade's courses for review or an extra challenge.
Is SkillBloom grade 5 social studies free?
The first courses in every subject (first 2 courses) are free with a parent account. SkillBloom Premium unlocks all 10 grade 5 social studies courses and every other subject.
Can I use this as a grade 5 social studies homeschool curriculum?
Yes. The courses follow the topics most curricula teach in 5th grade, in a sensible order. Kids learn on their own with voice support, and the parent dashboard and planner show progress and the skills that need more practice.
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