Fifth graders, it’s time to put your math skills to the test! This Halloween, our Spark Math teachers created some fang-tastic multiplication word problems to help you practice and improve your math skills. Get ready for a spooky good time with Spark Math’s free Halloween worksheets for 5th grade. Let’s see how well you can handle these frightfully fun challenges!
Multiplication Skills for Grade 5
Fifth grade is a crucial step in preparing for middle school math. Fifth graders will start to see more complex topics like order of operations, fractions, and the basics of algebra. In addition to practicing various multiplication methods, students should master solving multiplication word problems. This worksheet focuses more on multi-step multiplication word problems than simple equations to help them practice critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Singapore MOE Mathematics Syllabus for Primary 5
The Singapore Ministry of Education (MOE) Mathematics syllabus for Primary 5 places a strong emphasis on mental math, problem-solving, and real-world applications of multiplication in word problems.
| Whole Numbers | Fractions | Decimals |
|---|---|---|
| • Multiply and divide by 10, 100, 1000 and their multiples without calculator • Order of operations without calculator • Use of brackets without calculator | • Multiply a proper/improper fraction and a whole number without calculator • Multiply a proper fraction and a proper/improper fraction without calculator • Multiply two improper fractions • Multiplying a mixed number and a whole number | • Multiply and divide decimals (up to 3 decimal places) by 10, 100, 1000 and their multiples without calculator • Converting a measurement from a smaller unit to a larger unit in decimal form, and vice versa |
US Common Core Standards for Mathematics Grade 5
The US Common Core Standards for Mathematics in Grade 5 focus on fluency with multiplication facts, multi-digit multiplication, and problem-solving.
| Operations & Algebraic Thinking | Number & Operations in Base Ten | Number & Operations—Fractions |
|---|---|---|
| Write and interpret numerical expressions. | Perform operations with multi-digit whole numbers and with decimals to hundredths. | Apply and extend previous understandings of multiplication and division. |
Download Halloween Math Worksheets
Spark Education wants to make learning fun with these Halloween Free 5th Grade Math Worksheets!
Our Halloween worksheets aren’t just ordinary fill-in-the-blank activities. They’re designed by curriculum experts to give you a sneak peek into Spark Math by Spark Education. These worksheets feature fun and challenging multiplication word problems that will help students think critically and become a better problem-solver. We use real-life examples to make math easier to understand.
List of 5th Grade Math Skills Covered in the Multiplication Word Problems Worksheets
- Volume and capacity of 3D shapes
- Multiplying multi-digit numbers
- 4 operations with fractions
- Decimals multiplication
- Dividing multi-digit numbers and fractions
- Comparison and heuristics
- Units of measurements
- Multiplication Word problems
- Estimation
Top Math Skills Your Kid Learns in 5th Grade
Fifth graders should come to school prepared with the right tools to build a strong foundation for middle school math. Algebra is becoming more important, so practicing graphing skills is essential. You’ll also need to master adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers. Check this link for more information on important fifth-grade math skills.
Spark Math Helping Your Child Toward Math Success
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Answer Key
1. Aquarium Volume
Rectangular aquarium = length × width × depth
= 64 cm × 58 cm × 43 cm
= 159,616 cm³
Square aquarium = side × side × side
= 55 cm × 55 cm × 55 cm
= 166,375 cm³
Compare the volumes: 166,375 cm³ > 159,616 cm³
Therefore, the square aquarium holds more water than the rectangular aquarium.
2. Total income = number of customers × price per customer
= 165 people × $75/person
= $12,375
The restaurant will earn $12,375.
3. Cinema Income
Total attendance = average weekly attendance × number of weeks
= 24,356 × 13
= 316,628 people
The total income = total attendance × ticket price
= 316,628 × $8
= $2,533,024
The total incomeis $2,533,024.
Alternatively, use:
24,356 × 13 × $8
= $2,533,024
Therefore, the total income is $2,533,024.
4. Flying Around the Earth
• 1 day = 24 hours
• 1 week = 24 × 7 = 168 hours
• 1 year = 365 ÷ 7 ≈ 52 weeks
• 3 days – 1 hour = 72 hours – 1 hour = 71 hours
Total flying hours
= 71 × 23,988
= 1,703,388 hours
Total weeks
= 1,703,388 ÷ 168
≈ 10,138 weeks
Total years
= 10,138 ÷ 52
≈ 195 years
Casey will take approximately 195 years.
5. Werewolves in the Manor
(a) Fraction of werewolves
4/9 × 5/6 = 20/54 = 10/27 creatures
Therefore, 10/27 of the creatures are werewolves.
(b) Number of werewolves
10/27 × 135 = 50 werewolves
There are 50 werewolves.
6. The distance Benny rode
1 1/5 × 7/8 = 7/8 × 6/5 = 42/40 km = 21/20 km = 1 1/20 km
Benny rode 1 1/20 km.
7. Spiderweb Width
Total width = width of one spiderweb × number of spiderwebs
= 12.02 cm × 13 = 156.26 cm
The total width is 156.26 cm.
8. Museum Admission
Total cost = admission fee per scientist x number of scientists
= $7.25 × 90 = $652.50
The total cost is $652.50.
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