Texas Elementary

This cheat sheet covers basic information fifth graders need to know for the STAAR test. I have my students memorize part of the cheat sheet weekly. On the day of the STAAR, they write down as much information they can remember on a blank piece of paper so they have something to reference to.

Multi-step science word problems that focus on measurement on a triple beam balance. Students will first find the measurement of different objects and then add an additional amount to that. Answer Key included.

This is a PowerPoint presentation that introduces students to elements and compounds. It also covers the difference between mixtures and solutions. It also includes a video. This addresses TEKS 6.5(A) and 6.5(C)

Social Studies TEKS 5.2A and 5.2B Seven questions over French and Indian War/ Boston Tea Party and who was involved. Multiple choice and matching.

Fifth grade Social Studies TEKS 5.2C and 5.21A Six question quiz over the results of the American Revolution and the history of "Yankee Doodle.' Multiple choice and short answer. Answer key included

This is a powerpoint that has two parts. The first part introduces four elements that affect climate (distance from the equator, elevation, ocean and large lakes, and rain shadows). The second part is a quiz with answers and explanations. I suggest printing out and elevation map to help answer the questions.

This is a four question fill-in the-blank quiz about the framers of the Constitution. The framers include James Madison, George Mason,Charles Pinckney, TEKS 5.3b

5th Grade Social Studies TEKS 5.5C 11 question quiz: five matching, six short answer

This could be used as either research or a quiz. It includes the two major political parties, Republican/ Democrat, requirements for someone to run for president, requirements of someone to vote, the electoral college, and matching terms to definition.

This organizer includes a place for a definition, characteristics, Example, non-example, and image representation.