They can now relate it to their own lives or discuss it with adults. In physical education the focus shifts to personal health and sexuality, as well as to such issues as resisting peer pressure to smoke, drink, or take drugs. But otherwise, hands off. But I can always tell when a parent has done something, and it pretty much eliminates the child's chance to learn. After School Your biggest problem will probably be overscheduling.
Fifth graders have lots of interests and enthusiasm, and a very high desire to be with friends.
But they aren't very good at setting priorities. Most fifth graders should have at least two free afternoons a week so they can get their homework done. You should also continue to regulate TV time. It can hamper studying and discourage physical activity. Kids this age often like to help others, so it's a good time to get them involved in community service activities with younger children or senior citizens, suggests Carole Kennedy, principal of New Haven Elementary School in Columbia, Missouri.