5th Grade Projects and Project Based Learning Ideas

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- How does the design of a paper airplane affect how far and how long it can fly? \ Elementary\ \ $8.00

- How Environmental Factors Affect The Growth Of Plants \ Elementary\ \ $8.00

- How do we decide what to buy and sell, and what does it teach us about the world of money? \ Elementary\ \ $8.00

- Historical Figure Research Project [Grades 3 – 5] CCSS Aligned \ Elementary\ \ $8.00

- Native American Traditions & Contributions Project [Grades 3 – 5] CCSS & NGSS \ Elementary\ \ $8.00

- What causes a volcano to erupt, and how can we simulate this process using everyday materials? \ Elementary\ \ $8.00

- How does my family’s history shape who I am today? \ Elementary\ \ $8.00

- Producing a Podcast \ Elementary-High School\ \ FREE

- Solving a Problem in Society That We Care About \ Elementary-High School\ \ FREE

- Design A New Park That Supports Local Plant Life \ Elementary-High School\ \ FREE

- How does water move through the environment, and can we model the water cycle in a simple, observable way? \ Elementary\ \ $8.00

- What objects around us are magnetic, and how can we test their magnetic properties? \ Elementary\ \ $8.00

Browse our robust collection of 5th grade project-based learning experiences featuring hands-on investigations into paper airplane physics, volcano eruptions, and the water cycle. Our innovative 5th grade project ideas and lesson plans challenge learners to explore Native American traditions, create time capsules, research historical figures like Gandhi, and examine how environmental factors affect plant growth through sustained inquiry. Each 5th grade lesson plan incorporates scientific principles, from testing magnetic properties to examining how salt affects the freezing point of water, all while aligning with fifth-grade standards. Perfect for teachers seeking capstone elementary experiences that develop research skills, presentation confidence, and self-directed learning habits while addressing academic standards through engaging, real-world challenges.