5th Grade Math Tutor
Live 1:1 math tutoring for 5th graders — fractions, decimals and volume, step by step.
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Signs Your 5th Grader Needs Extra Math Support
- Adds 1/2 + 1/3 and gets 2/5.
- Lines up decimals on the right like whole numbers, so 3.5 + 1.25 comes out wrong.
- Is surprised that multiplying by a fraction less than 1 can make a number smaller.
- Still gets stuck in multi-digit multiplication or multi-digit division, which slows down everything else.
- Isn't sure where to start on word problems with fractions or decimals.
These are common in 5th grade — and the right support can make a real difference.
How We Help Your 5th Grader
5th grade is when fractions and decimals take over: unlike denominators, decimal operations and multiplying fractions all arrive in one year.
Master it before moving on
Because every class is 1:1, the tutor doesn't move to multiplying fractions until adding fractions with unlike denominators really clicks.
Interactive lessons
On-screen fraction models, decimal grids and 3D cubes make fractions, decimals and volume something your child does, not just watches.
Tutors with a math or education background
Every tutor teaches live and 1-on-1.
Help with school homework
Your child can bring 5th grade homework questions to class, and the tutor helps them work through those questions step by step.
What Your 5th Grader Learns in Math
Following the Common Core State Standards for 5th grade.
Place value & decimals
Read, write, compare and round decimals to thousandths, and use powers of 10.
Multi-digit multiplication & division
Multiply multi-digit whole numbers with the standard method, and divide up to 4-digit by 2-digit numbers.
Decimal operations
Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals to hundredths.
Adding & subtracting fractions
Add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators.
Multiplying & dividing fractions
Multiply fractions and mixed numbers, and divide unit fractions by whole numbers and whole numbers by unit fractions.
Volume & measurement
Find the volume of rectangular prisms, convert units, and use line plots with fractions.
Coordinate plane & shapes
Graph points in the first quadrant of the coordinate plane, and classify 2D shapes by their properties.
Expressions & patterns
Write and evaluate expressions with parentheses, and compare two number patterns.
4 Steps to Stronger 5th Grade Math
Take a free 5th grade level check
In a free 45-minute demo lesson, the tutor checks your child's level live.
Find your starting point ↗LEVEL CHECK01 / 04A little challenge.
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Where to start and how many lessons a week.
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On a schedule that fits your family.
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See what your child has learned and what's next.
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By the End of 5th Grade, Students Are Expected To…
- Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators.
- Multiply fractions and divide with unit fractions.
- Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals to hundredths.
- Find the volume of rectangular prisms.
- Plot and read points on the coordinate plane.
Start with a Free 5th Grade Math Lesson
Book a free 45-minute live 1:1 lesson first, then choose a plan. Lessons start at $17.70 (2 lessons a week on a 12-month plan).
5th Grade Math FAQ
What will my 5th grader work on with a TomoRise tutor?
A TomoRise 5th grade math tutor helps with fractions with unlike denominators, multiplying and dividing fractions, decimal operations, volume and the coordinate plane, following the 5th grade Common Core State Standards, in live 45-minute 1-on-1 lessons.
How do I know if my 5th grader needs math help?
Common signs are adding fractions straight across (1/2 + 1/3 = 2/5), lining up decimals the wrong way, getting stuck in multi-digit division, or not knowing where to start on fraction word problems. A free TomoRise demo lesson helps you see where your child stands.
Why are fractions so hard in 5th grade?
Fractions get harder in 5th grade because unlike denominators and multiplying fractions arrive at once and both break whole-number rules, so a TomoRise tutor uses visual models to show why the steps work. That way your child sees why 1/2 + 1/3 needs a common denominator and why 1/2 × 1/3 is smaller than both, instead of just memorizing steps.
How many lessons a week does a 5th grader need?
Families can choose 1, 2 or 3 TomoRise lessons a week. After the free demo lesson, the tutor recommends how many lessons a week fit your child's level and goals.
My 5th grader is already ahead in math — can TomoRise help?
Yes — TomoRise tutors can pick up the pace and add challenge, and if your child is ready, we'll move them up to 6th grade math lessons.
Can a TomoRise tutor help with 5th grade math homework?
Yes — your child can bring questions from 5th grade math homework to the lesson, and the TomoRise tutor will help them work through them step by step.
