Grade 5 chapter books: 14 Fantastic Chapter Books for Fifth Graders
33 Read Aloud Books for 5th Grade
Looking for a good book to read aloud to your fifth-grade kids or students, ages 10 and 11? Use these read-aloud book ideas to teach things like reading strategies, literary devices, character arc, and more.
Don’t forget that you can integrate the historical and realistic fiction books on this list when you study current events and history!
More Read Aloud Book Lists:
6th Grade
5th Grade
4th Grade
3rd Grade
2nd Grade
1st Grade
Realistic Read Alouds
Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper
Hands-down this is one of the best, most life-changing books you’ll ever read. Narrated by Melody, we learn what it’s like for her to be trapped in a body with cerebral palsy that doesn’t allow her to speak or take care of herself. No one except her parents thinks that she’s smart. But she is smart. And one day, she gets a chance to prove it with adaptive technology. Not only that, she qualifies to be on the school’s quiz team but the team isn’t as welcome as you might think. Heartbreaking. Real. Inspiring. Beautifully written.
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti Bowling
Aven Green is used to making up creative stories for why she doesn’t have any arms. Especially now in Arizona where her parents are the new managers a rundown theme park. She befriends a boy at school who, like her, feels different and isolated from the other kids. His name is Connor and he has Tourette Syndrome. Together, he, another new friend named Zion, and Aven investigate a mysterious storage shed at the theme park which leads them to Aven’s biological past. This story is about restorative friendship, facing your fears, and discovering your true potential. What’s more, the physical and mental diversity is shown with strength and compassion.
Front Desk by Kelly Yang
Mia and her parents have struggled ever since moving to America from China. When her parents take a new live-in job at a motel, they end up working around the clock for very little pay. Mia helps out by working at the front desk. She befriends the weekly tenants and uses her English skills to write letters advocating other people in tough spots— like her uncle whose sweatshop boss has taken his passport and weekly, Hank, who needs a letter of recommendation to get a job. This book is more than a memorable coming-of-age immigrant story, it’s also about tolerance, determination, and diversity.
Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes
Okay, wow! This book is brilliantly written for so many reasons. First of all, because it addresses the very real issue of police violence against black children but it does not vilify or stereotype. Second of all, the author shows us the complexity of issues and the humanity of a police officer from the perspective of his daughter. After Jerome is unjustly shot, he becomes a ghost. Sarah, the police officer’s daughter, is the only one who can see and talk to him except for the other ghost boys who were also killed in racially motivated violence. It’s a well-written, fast-paced read about important current issues.
The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl by Stacy McAnulty
The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl is a thoughtful coming-of-age story about a girl genius with OCD whose grandma wants her to go to public middle school for three reasons: to make a friend, read a non-math book, and join a school activity. Although she’s reluctant to go, Lucy finds friends and connects with a rescue dog for a school project. In short, it’s a well-written, heart-warming story that will change your perspective of mental illness and give you hope for humanity.
Harbor Me by Jacqueline Woodson
Harbor Me tackles very big issues including race, immigration, bullying, learning differences, friendship, and forgiveness. The story is about six diverse children with learning differences. They bond during a special group, kids-only time on Friday afternoons where they share their stories, many of which Haley records on a tape recorder. Even as she learns the others’ stories, Haley is reluctant to share how her own dad is in jail for the car accident killing her mother. Eventually, she shares and it’s beautiful to see how the other kids support her.
MORE Realistic Read Alouds
Nowhere Boy by Katherine Marsh
Marsh writes a stunning novel about two young boys from very different backgrounds — one is a refugee from Syria while the other is an American who has just moved to Belgium. Interwoven in this timely, poignant story are the big issues of refugees, prejudice, fear, friendship, and kindness. To avoid the overcrowded refugee centers, Ahmed hides in the basement of the house where Max lives with his family. When he’s discovered by Max, the boys develop a friendship, he enrolls in school, and continues hiding. And it works. But it can’t last forever. Because a local policeman suspects something…
See You in the Cosmos by Jack Cheng
Luminous and heartfelt, 11-year-old Alex Petroski’s story will grab your heart and expand it. His dream is to launch a rocket into space with his iPod of recordings about life on earth. The story is a transcription of what Alex records on the iPod such as his solo journey to the rocket convention, the interesting people he befriends on the way and there, his trip Las Vegas to find information about his deceased father, as well as his unique, innocent perspective that tries to make sense of the world.
The Crossover by Kwame Alexander
VERSE
Basketball player and twin Josh narrates his life in quarters, just like the game he plays. He writes about missing his twin, Jordan who is distant now that he has a girlfriend, about getting in trouble when he hits Jordan in the face with a basketball, and about watching his father as his father’s heart fails. This is a relatable coming-of-age story. Plus, sports-loving kids will love all the basketball.
Wonder by R. J. Palacio
Both “a meditation on kindness” and not judging people by how they look on the outside, but by their character. Wonder helps us see compassion, empathy, and acceptance from a variety of character’s points of view. Auggie, a boy with a facial difference, starts public school for the first time in 5th grade. His experience, though often difficult, shows his inner strength. In the end, kindness wins over bullying!
Unteachables by Gordon Korman
Funny, sensitive, well-written, brilliantly paced, relatable, and poignant. The middle school assigns the worst teacher, Mr. Kermit, to the so-called worst kids –the class known as the unteachables. It’s clear to the students in this class that Mr. Kermit does not care even a little bit about teaching. Or disciplining. Or any of them. As we get to know the kids in this small class, something surprising happens. The teacher next door, the daughter of Mr. Kermit’s former fiance, gets Mr. Kermit to start caring. And that opens the doors to important classroom changes including the class’ unexpected and transformative field trips.
Each Tiny Spark by Pablo Cartaya
Each Tiny Spark is one of the best books about learning differences that I’ve ever read that also tackles PTSD and prejudice in a beautiful, important story. Emilia is a Cuban-American girl whose ADHD makes focusing on school and schoolwork a challenge. Her mom helps her stay on top of her assignments but her mom leaves for a work trip, leaving Emilia on her own. During this time, the community proposes to redraw the school district’s boundary lines, exposing prejudice and ongoing injustice. Emilia initially doesn’t want to see her friend Clarissa’s racism but her best friend Gus helps her see the truth about what’s going on. She becomes a passionate activist against injustice. Meanwhile, Emilia’s father’s return from the Marines is different than before; he’s quiet and distant this time. When he invites Emilia to work on a vintage car, teaching Emilia to weld, it helps rebuild their relationship, too.
The Bridge Home by Padma Venkatraman
This is the story of sisters and brothers and resiliency and courage. Set in India, Viji writes this story as letters to you, her little sister Rukku who has intellectual disabilities. Viji tells how the two of them ran away from an abusive father to the big city where they met two friendly brothers and lived with them under a bridge, scrabbling to survive by collecting trash. Their lives are hard but made easier by the two boys, their new “brothers.” When Rukku gets a terrible cough and fever, so does one of the brothers. And what happens next almost destroys Viji. She wonders how prayers and faith can coexist with misery and pain. Ultimately, it is the kindness of her new “family” that helps her to see more than misery in the world.
Amal Unbound by Aisha Saeed
Amal’s life is turned upside down when she offends a regional Pakistani overlord. She is forced to leave her home and school in order to work for the overlord in his home as a servant — indefinitely. Amal finds her inner strength and fights back, freeing herself and the other household slaves. The author skillfully sets the scene of rural Pakistan making you feel transported. In addition, you’ll feel the injustice and cheer for Amal’s bravery.
Historical Fiction Read Alouds
The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
Ada and her brother escape their mother’s abuse when the London children are evacuated during WWII and go to live with a grieving woman in a small country town. It’s difficult for both the woman and children to trust but slowly the trust grows and all three regain something lost — hope and love. I can’t recommend this book enough, it just touched my heart at such a deep level. Furthermore, the sequel, The War I Finally Won, is also an incredible, beautiful story.
Indian No More by Charlene Willing McManis and Traci Sorell
Indian No More is an emotional, important story about when the U.S. government arbitrarily made certain Native American tribes no longer tribes without reservations or legal rights. It also shows the historical landscape of prejudice and stereotypes towards people of color. But it also shows, and I love, a close-knit, loving family based on the author’s own life, a family who values each other and their survival. This book is a must-read and must-own for all schools and libraries and would make an excellent book club selection.
A Place to Hang the Moon by Kate Albus
An absolutely wonderful, heartwarming historical fiction story with close-knit siblings who stick together and eventually find their forever home. Evacuated from London during WWII these siblings need to find a new home. Unfortunately, their placements are horrid. It’s only the library and the kind librarian who help them survive the bullying and hunger. Unfortunately, the librarian is deemed “unsuitable” to be their foster mother since her missing husband is German. When things go from bad to worse in their latest home, can the children fight for a home with the librarian no matter what the town thinks?
Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
Lowry does an excellent job at writing about WWII in a way that isn’t too scary or inappropriate for kids. Annemarie’s best friend hides Annemarie’s Jewish family. The tension is high as the Nazis are everywhere looking for Jews or Jewish sympathizers. It’s challenging to hide knowing that every day you could be caught and sent to a death camp. Finally, the family escapes to Sweden where they will be safe from the Nazis.
Refugee by Alan Gratz
Follow three distinct, alternating stories about being displaced from your country, on the run, and in danger. First is a young Jewish boy who escapes from Nazi Germany on a ship to Cuba, only to be turned away from the Cuban port and sent back to Europe. Next is a Cuban girl in the 1990s who, with her family and neighbors, flees in a homemade raft to the United States at great peril. Finally, is a story about a Syrian boy whose home is bombed in a country at war. He and his family travel a great distance to find a country that will allow them shelter. Gatz skillfully connects all three stories with a satisfying, realistic conclusion.
Voyage of the Sparrowhawk by Natasha Farrant
If you want a new favorite warm-hearted adventure with brave kids, dogs, and a happy ending, you don’t want to miss this captivating and beautiful story. The war has made Ben an orphan –again. All that he has left are his dog and his dad’s boat, the Sparrowhawk. When a policeman gets suspicious of Ben’s living situation and his new friend, Lotti’s abusive guardians try to kill her rescue dog, the two friends set off on the boat for France to find Ben’s missing older brother. The boat isn’t meant for a channel crossing but the two kids are determined to make it work…but it won’t be easy. Nor will it be easy to find Ben’s missing brother in a country decimated by war.
Chains (Seeds of America) by Laurie Halse Anderson
Live the Revolutionary War time period through the eyes of an African-American girl named Isabel and her friend, Cuzon. Enslaved, escaped, or enlisted, these two are determined survivors. The writing is amazing and the stories are captivating. I love and highly recommend these books; they’ll transport your 5th grade students back into this time in U.S. history. Boxed Set Here.
Paper Wishes by Lois Sepahban
It would be hard as an author not to vilify this country for sending thousands of Japanese Americans to prison camps. But this author doesn’t. She just skillfully shares the evocative story of 10-year old Manami of Washington State, who is sent with her family to a dusty camp, leaving behind her beloved dog, Yujiin, and everything else her family-owned. Devastated, Manami stops speaking. Her story is painful, sprinkled with hope, and all too real. Schools don’t always teach this shameful history — but they need to start.
Mystery Read Alouds
Winterhouse by Ben Guterson, illustrated by Chloe Bristol
Elizabeth, an orphan, is unexpectedly sent to a large, stately hotel with a kind, grandfatherly proprietor for Christmas vacation. There, she discovers a magical book, a sinister couple, a family mystery, and a new friend who loves puzzles as much as she does. The writing is mesmerizing, the mystery fascinating, and the characters, enchanting. This is a wonderful, atmospheric read.
Framed! A T.O.A.S.T. Mystery by James Ponti
Captivating from the first page, 12- year old Florian Bates uses his brilliant, observing brain to implement T.O.A.S.T. (the Theory of All Small Things) to notice things that others have missed. Including the FBI when there’s an art heist at the museum his mother works at. The FBI hires him to help unravel a mysterious art heist which he does with the help of his best friend, Margaret. Fast-paced and interesting.
Ali Cross by James Patterson
If you want an enthralling adventure & mystery that you can’t put down, read this one next. It’s Christmas Eve and Ali’s friend Gabe is missing, his FBI agent dad is falsely accused of murdering an old man, and someone broke into their house while they were at church and stole his dad’s service weapon. Ali knows he has to try to fix things, starting by finding his friend Gabe. Don’t miss book two, Like Father, Like Son.
Fantasy Read Alouds
Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston
Fantastic fantasy world-building, excellent writing, a strong female heroine of color, and a surprise plot twist ending are just a few of the reasons you’ll love this book. On top of that, you’ll find an exciting action-packed, suspenseful story about Amari whose brother vanishes mysteriously. He sends her a message that she’s a magician and should attend a special school. There, she discovers she’s a magician with outlawed dark magic but she’s determined to stay in the school and find her brother.
The Serpent’s Secret (Kiranmala and the Kingdom Beyond #1) by Sayantani Dasgupta
This story pulls you in from the first page. Kiranmala discovers on her 12th birthday that she’s a princess from another realm and her parents are trapped in a black hole-type place. But there’s a lot more she’ll learn — like who her real parents are (yikes!) and that demons can be your friends. The prince’s demon grandma, Ai-Ma, is my FAVORITE character. She says things like “Be good, sweet beetle-dung toadstools.” Okay, Kiranmala’s parents are super awesome, too. You’ll love every second of this entertaining, Indian mythology adventure.
The Adventurers Guild by Zach Loran Clark and Nick Eliopulos
Get ready for your new favorite fantasy adventure series. Zed and Brock don’t want to be chosen for the Adventurers Guild. Nobody does. Unlike the mages or merchants guild, the adventurers must leave the safety of their walled city to fight the monsters who live on the outside. Unfortunately, Zed and Brock are picked as Adventurers. And before they can finish training, Zed, Brock, and others are sent outside the city on a fact-finding mission that uncovers treachery, fiendish beasts, and Zed’s untapped magic. Imaginative world-building, intriguing plot twists, and complex characters kept me enthralled from page one!
Hither and Nigh by Ellen Potter
Guaranteed to enthrall with masterful storytelling and wildly inventive world-building, Nell is forced to join the Last Chance Club or be expelled from school. The club focuses on magic and begins Nell’s search to find her missing brother. She leaves her world of Nither to the magical world of Nigh where she hopes to track the poachers who kidnapped her brother.
Sci-Fi Read Alouds
A Wrinkle in Time by Madeline L’Engle
I’ve read this book aloud so many times — and every time it’s just as fantastic. (That doesn’t always happen with books.) A Wrinkle in Time is a remarkable, well-written adventure in space that deals with the overarching theme of good vs. evil. Meg and her brother, Charles Wallace, and friend, Calvin, set off to find her missing scientist father who disappeared while researching tesseracts. They’ll be helped by three wise creatures, be tempted by evil, and eventually find that good does triumph over evil.
The Giver by Lois Lowry
Set in a dystopian society, this Newbery medal winner grabs your attention and keeps it until the end. What is going on in this community? When Jonas is assigned his job as “Receiver of Memory” he learns just how much his hidden and controlled. Ultimately, he’ll have to decide just what he’ll do with this horrifying information. Not only is this a thought-provoking story, but it will also introduce your 5th-grade readers to dystopian fiction.
Masterminds by Gordon Korman
Now a complete series now that my kids and I highly recommend… Eli and his friends are riding bikes when they accidentally discover that some of them are physically prevented from leaving their utopia-type town. But there’s more. Then Eli discovers that his “father” is the leader of a group of scientists who are using the town and some of the kids, in a secret and unapproved science experiment. And you won’t believe what that experiment is!! (Hint: the title gives you a big clue.) Will the kids escape and will they be more than their DNA?
Minrs by Kevin Sylvester
Action & intrigue in outer space — this book will hook you right away. Christopher’s space colony home is attacked by pirates. He and many other children escape to the underground mines. Christopher’s determined to help the others find food, water, and the emergency beacon but first, they’ll have to work together and confronting a terrible truth about the Melming Mining company. The third and final book in the trilogy is out now. This is a not-to-miss middle-grade sci-fi series.
Norse Mythology Books
Science Fiction Books
Coding for Kids
📚 5th Grade Reading List with FREE Printable Book List
Picking good book for kids can be a challenge. This 5th grade reading list has over 50 fun-to-read and engaging fifth grade books that will help get your grade 5 students excited about reading! You will love the variety of topics and styles in this 5th grade reading book lists to help kids get excited to read and learn to love to read. Simply print 5th grade book list and you are ready for fifth grade reading list.
My kids love to read! It is all I can do to keep a book in their hand! But picking books that are not only fun to read, but good to fill their heads with can at time be challenging. I mean I cannot possibly read everything out there for each child as they pick them out from the library! So I’ve done the work to pull together an amazing 5th grade reading list so when they are ready for their next great book, so am I! This 5th grade book list has lots of engaging stories and relatable characters to get fifth graders excited about ready! So whether you have an avid bookworm or a reluctant reader – you will find a book to spark your child’s interest on our 5th grade reading level books.
Breaking Stalin’s Nose by Eugene Yelchin follows a ten year old boy named Sasha Zaichik as he joins the Soviet Young Pioneers and sees the world he thought he knew crumbling around him.
The Wheel on the School by Meindert DeJong (4. 7) introduces readers to a little Dutch fishing village named Shora. When a young girl and her schoolmates decide to question why storks no longer nest there, they start on a determined path to bring them back.
Summer of the Monkeys by Wilson Rawls (4.8) explores the Ozark Mountains of Oklahoma with a fourteen year old boy named Jay. When he comes across a band of monkeys, he learns that they escaped from a traveling circus, and there is a reward for their return.
The Cricket in Times Square (4.9) tells the story of Chester Cricket, a country cricket who found his way to New York City by way of a picnic basket, and the friends, both animal and human, that he makes there.
Dear Mr. Henshaw by Beverly Cleary (4.9) is a story told through letters between a young boy named Leigh Botts and his favorite author Boyd Henshaw. As he struggles with divorce, bullying, and insecurity, he finds help in their letters.
The Toothpaste Millionaire by Jean Merrill (5. 0) follows a sixth grader named Rufus Mayflower in 1960s Cleveland as he attempt to save money on toothpaste by making a gallon of his own. But the experiment results in a lot more than he expected.
Old Yeller by Fred Gipson (5.0) introduces readers to 14 year old Travis as he tries to take care of his family and their farm with the help of his new best friend, a stray dog he calls Old Yeller.
Reading list for 5th grade
Lad: A Dog by Albert Payson Terhune tells the story of a collie named Lad. The book was written over 100 years ago, introducing readers to life in a much different time.
Journey to the Center of the Earth by Jules Verne offers an epic tale of adventure, discovery, and exploration. Join Professor Lidenbrock, his nephew Axel, and their native guide as they follow an old manuscript to try to find the center of the Earth.
Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne is a classic novel following Phileas Fogg and his manservant Passepartout as they attempt to travel around the world in 80 days, facing danger and surprises everywhere they travel.
By the Great Horn Spoon! by Sid Fleischman (5.1) tells the story of a twelve year old boy named Jack who heads to California to try to strike it rich in order to help his aunt pay her debts.
5th grade books to read
Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O’Brien (5.1) introduces the reader to a mouse named Mrs. Frisby and her four mouse children. When they find themselves in danger, Mrs. Frisby turns to the extraordinary rats of NIMH for help.
The Reluctant Dragon by Kenneth Grahame (5.2) shares the story of a young boy who finds a poetry loving dragon and works with St. George to come up with a plan to save him from the townspeople.
The Great Brain by John D. Fitzgerald (5.2) is the first book in the Great Brain series. This story introduces readers to Tom, the Great Brain, a ten year old con man who figures out how to save the day while also making a profit.
Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter (5.2) tells the story of Pollyanna, a young girl who is sent to live with her strict Aunt Polly after the death of her father. She uses her ability to always look on the bright side to face her new situation head on.
The Shakespeare Stealer by Gary Blackwood (5.2) is a story set in Elizabethan England. It follows a young orphan named Widge who is tasked with stealing Shakespeare’s “Hamlet”.
My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George (5.2) is a story of survival and adventure following a young man named Sam Gribley who runs away from home to live in the woods on the Catskill Mountains.
The Big Wave by Pearl S Buck tells the story of two young friends in Japan who must learn to navigate grief and sorrow when a big wave washes away their village.
5th grade book list
The Book of Three (The Chronicles of Prydain Book 1) by Lloyd Alexander (5.3) is the first story in the Chronicles of Prydain series. It follows Taran the assistant pig keeper on his quest to become a hero and save the legendary land of Prydain.
Snow Treasure by Marie McSwigan (5. 3) follows a young Norwegian boy named Peter who becomes involved with a plot to save gold from the invading Nazi forces.
The Borrowers by Mary Norton (5.3) introduces readers to the Clock family, who are tiny people who create their home out of objects they borrow from the family of humans living above them.
Little Britches: Father and I Were Ranchers by Ralph Moody (5.3) takes readers to a Colorado ranch in the early 1900s as a young boy named Ralph Moody shares his experiences learning how to ranch with his father.
The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes (5.4) is a tale about bullying and kindness that shares the story of a young girl named Wanda who is teased for wearing the same dress every day, and the important lesson that her classmates learn after she is taken out of school.
The Quest Begins (Seekers 1) by Erin Hunter (5.4) is the first in the Seekers series, following three young bears of different species as they join together and try to survive the unknown.
To Fly: The Story of the Wright Brothers by Wendie C. Old (5.4) introduces readers to the life and accomplishments of Orville and Wilbur Wright, from their childhood fascination with flying to their successful first flight.
Grade 5 reading list
King of the Wind: The Story of the Godolphin Arabian by Marguerite Henry (5.4) tells the story of a golden-red stallion named Sham and his stable boy friend Agba, and their many adventures together.
Frindle by Andrew Clements (5.4) follows a young boy named Nick Allen as he decides to change the word “pen” to “frindle”, and watches the new word take off across his school, his town, and even the country.
Paddle-to-the-Sea by Holling C. Holling (5.4) explores the water ways from the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean by following the journey of a little wooden carved canoe and figure named Paddle-to-the-Sea.
Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O’Dell (5.4) is a survival story about a young Indian girl named Karana who spends 18 years alone on an island, battling against the many obstacles against her.
Henry Reed, Inc. by Keith Robertson (5.5) is a story written in journal form by a young boy named Henry Reed. While visiting with his aunt and uncle, he comes up with a money making idea, and joins up with his neighbor Midge Glass.
book list for 5th graders
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin (5.5) is a fantasy story inspired by Chinese folklore which tells the story of a young girl named Minli who sets off on a mission to find the Old Man on the Moon.
The House of Sixty Fathers by Meindert DeJong (5.5) tells the story of a young boy named Tien Pao whose family escaped the Japanese army. While he is sleeping, his boat breaks loose and he finds himself right back among the soldiers, struggling to find his way back to his family.
Redwall by Brian Jacques (5.6) follows a group of mice who are trying to defend themselves against an army of rats, and a young apprentice who hopes to save the day with a legendary weapon.
Mr. Popper’s Penguins by Richard Atwater (5.6) introduces readers to Mr. Popper, a house painter who receives a penguin at his home, and soon finds his house full of penguins.
Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson (5.6) is a story of adventure following a young man named Jim Hawkins who finds a treasure map and sets sail with a band of pirates to find buried treasure.
My Father’s Dragon by Ruth Stiles Gannet (5.6) tells the story of Elmer, a young boy who decides to venture to Wild Island to rescue a captured dragon and possibly fly with him.
5th grade reading books
Here are even more chapter books for 5th graders!
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor (5.7) tells the story of 9 year old Cassie Logan and her family as they deal with racism and injustice in Mississippi during the Depression.
Thimble Summer by Elizabeth Enright (5.7) follows a young girl named Garnet who buries a thimble in the dry riverbed on her family’s farm. Soon after, it starts to rain, saving their farm from drought. The story shares all the twists and turns of the incredible summer that follows.
Listening for Lions by Gloria Whelan tells the story of Rachel Sheridan, a young woman living in Africa. After her missionary parents get sick, she has to find a way to use her strength and patience to overcome greedy neighbors and get out of a criminal scheme that takes her away from her home.
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne (5.8) follows the developing friendship of two young boys on opposite sides of a fence during the Holocaust.
Justin Morgan Had a Horse by Marguerite Henry (5.8) tells the story of a little colt with a lot of potential, the man who is asked to break him in, and the legendary horse who fathered a world-famous breed.
Everything on a Waffle by Polly Horvath (5.8) is a story about a young orphan girl who is taken in by her Uncle Jack, and finds peace at a local restaurant where everything is served on a waffle.
The Door in the Dragon’s Throat (Volume 1) by Frank E. Peretti (5.9) joins two teenage siblings and their father as they travel to Nepur to try to discover the truth behind an ancient legend about a forbidden door that causes certain death.
5th grade recommended reading list
Ginger Pye by Eleanor Estes (6.0) introduces readers to the Pye family and their brilliant dog Ginger, the incredibly smart and lovable pet that everyone adores.
5th grade recommended reading list
Caddie Woodlawn by Carol Ryrie Brink (6.0) shares the story of the brave and adventurous little girl named Caddie Woodlawn, inspired by the life and stories of the author’s grandmother.
The Black Stallion by Walter Farley (6.1) follows the friendship and adventures of a boy and a wild horse, who survive a shipwreck and life on a desert island together.
Tom’s Midnight Garden by Philippa Pearce (6.1) tells the adventurous story of Tom, and his magical trips in the middle of the night to a mysterious garden to spend time with a new friend.
The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald (6.1) follows Princess Irene as she explores mysterious stairways and passages in her castle and tries to avoid the goblins from the mountains.
Gulliver’s Travels by Jonathan Swift explores the world with Gulliver, discovering strange and mystical lands and creatures along the way.
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien tells the story of Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit from Middle Earth who brings the One Ring of Power to the Shire.
The Wonderful Flight to the Mushroom Planet by Eleanor Cameron (6.3) follows two boys named Chuck and David as they travel to an alien planet in a spaceship they made on their own.
Blue Willow by Doris Gates (6.5) introduces kids to life in the Dust Bowl during the Great Depression through the eyes of an itinerant worker’s daughter named Janey, and her desire to set down roots again someday.
The White Stag by Kate Seredy (6.6) tells the story of Attila, the tribes of Huns and Magyars, and their migration across Europe following a white stag to their homeland.
The Twenty-One Balloons by William Pene du Bois (6.8) is a fantasy story that follows Professor William Waterman Sherman as he lands on Krakatoa and makes some incredible discoveries.
Ben and Me: An Astonishing Life of Benjamin Franklin by His Good Mouse Amos by Robert Lawson (6.9) explores the life and inventions of Benjamin Franklin through the eyes of a little mouse who may have inspired him.
Rascal by Sterling North tells the story of a young boy named Sterling, his pet raccoon named Rascal, and their close friendship.
Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery (7.3) introduces readers to Anne Shirley, a curious young girl who is mistakenly sent to live with a couple who are expecting a boy. She soon uses her imagination and creative spirit to make them realize life without her would be boring.
Teresa of Calcutta: Serving the Poorest of the Poor by D. Jeanene Watson is a biography exploring the life and charity work of Mother Teresa, the founder of the Missionary Sisters and Brothers of Charity.
Whether your child is in 5th grade or reading at a 5th grade level this grade 5 reading list is easy to use because it is arranged by reading level!
To make it easies to pick out books at the library I made a printable from this list. Just pick the style you like and print that page. Fold in half and laminate for a convenient bookmark. Use a dry erase markers to cross off books you’ve finished.
List of textbooks for grade 5
1. Ladyzhenskaya T.A., Baranov M.T., Trostentsova L.A. etc. Russian language. Textbook. 5th grade. In 2 parts. GEF. – M .: “Enlightenment” (latest edition).
2. Korovina V.Ya., Zhuravlev V.P., Korovin V.I. Literature. Textbook. 5th grade. In 2 parts. – M .: “Enlightenment” (latest edition).
3. Nikolsky S.M., Potapov M.K., Reshetnikov N.N., Shevkin A.V. Mathematics. Textbook. 5th grade. GEF – M . : “Enlightenment” (latest edition).
4. Potapov M.K., Shevkin A.V. Didactic materials on mathematics. 5th grade. – M .: “Enlightenment” (latest edition).
5. Chesnokov A.S., Neshkov K.I. Didactic materials on mathematics. 6th grade. – M .: “Enlightenment” (the year of publication is not important).
6. Nikishin V.O., Strelkov A.V., Tomashevich O.V., Mikhailovsky F.A. General history. History of the Ancient World: a textbook for the 5th grade of educational institutions (FGOS. Innovative school). – M .: OOO “Russian Word – Textbook” (latest edition).
7. History of the Ancient World. Atlas. – M.: Bustard.
8. Bogolyubov L.N., Vinogradova N.F., Gorodetskaya N.I. etc. Social science. Textbook. GEF. Grade 5 – M .: “Enlightenment” (available in the office).
9. Bosova L.L. Informatics. GEF. Textbook for 5th grade. — M.: Ed. “BINOM” (latest edition). nine0007
10. Bosova L.L. Informatics. GEF. Workbook for 5th grade. — M.: Ed. “BINOM” (latest edition).
11. Klimanov O.A., Klimanov V.V., Kim E.V. Geography. Geography. Textbook. 5-6 grades. GEF. – M.: “Budt Bust”, corporation Russian textbook (latest edition).
12. Rumyantsev A.V., Klimanov O.A., Klimanov V.V. (to the textbook by Klimanova O.A., Klimanov V.V., Kim E.V.). Workbook. Geography. Geography. 5th grade. – M.: “Budt Bust”, corporation Russian textbook (latest edition).
13. Shuvalova A.A., Kurchina S.V. Geography. Atlas. 5th grade. Series “Learn to be the first.” – M.: “Budt Bust”, corporation Russian textbook (latest edition).
14. Geography. Contour map. 5th grade. Series “Learn to be the first.” – M.: “Budt Bust”, corporation Russian textbook (latest edition).
15. Sukhova T.S., Stroganov V.I. (linear course, UMK Ponomareva I.N.) Biology. Textbook. 5-6 grade. Ed. “Ventana-Graf” (latest edition).
16. Sukhova T.S., Stroganov V.I. (linear course, UMK Ponomareva IN) Biology. Workbook (in two parts). 5-6 grade. Ed. “Ventana-Count”
17. Vaulina Yu.E., Dooley D., Podolyako O.E. etc. English. Textbook. Grade 5 – M .: “Enlightenment” (latest edition).
18. Vaulina Yu.E., Dooley D., Podolyako O.E. etc. English. Workbook. nine0004 “Spotlight. Workbook 5″ . – M .: “Enlightenment”.
19. Matveev A.P. Physical culture. Textbook. 5 cl. – M .: “Enlightenment” (latest edition).
20. Naumenko T.I., Aleev V.V. Art. Music. Textbook. 5th grade. — M.: “Drofa” (latest edition).
21. Sinitsa N.V. Technology. Textbook. 5th grade. Ed. “Ventana-Graf” (latest edition).
22. Sinitsa N.V., Samorodsky P.S., Yakovenko O.V. nine0003 Technology. Workbook. 5th grade. Ed. “Ventana-Graf” (latest edition).
23. Goryaeva N.A., Ostrovskaya O.V. / Ed. Nemensky B.M. Fine arts . Textbook. 5th grade. – M .: “Enlightenment” (latest edition).
Textbooks and teaching aids for grade 5 – Ta’lim / Education
The book is man’s best and most reliable friend at all times. The book will never betray. The book will always tell the truth and show the right path to the truth, even if it contains lies. Of course, for this you need to be able to read between the lines, to be able to see the true values in things and evaluate events from different points of view. nine0007
Books accompany a person throughout his life, starting from infancy. They are our faithful companions and helpers, teachers and mentors. Books teach us what is good and what is bad, teach us to be bold and courageous, strong and proud.