Books for 5th Grade

Our Books for 5th Grade collection highlights read-alouds and independent reads that tend to resonate with 10- to 11-year-olds. Homeschoolers, afterschooling families, and caregivers will find vetted, secular titles across genres—adventure, historical fiction, realistic stories, narrative nonfiction, science, and more—that support both enjoyment and growing comprehension. Every book is reviewed for literary quality, age-appropriateness, and inclusive representation, with attention to sensitive topics and varying reading levels. Use the filters to explore by genre, subject tie-in (science, history, social-emotional learning), reading level, and themes such as nature, friendship, identity, or social justice. You can also filter for books that tend to work well for ADHD or dyslexic readers, including audiobooks or highly engaging formats. Many families build their fifth grade language arts around selections from this collection. If you’re not sure which books will fit your child’s maturity and interests, Modulo’s AI learning concierge can help you curate a custom stack.