Saxon Math 6/5 Homeschool Kit

Incremental Learning for Smooth Transition to Advanced Math
Saxon Math 6/5 is a comprehensive homeschool math curriculum designed specifically for fifth-grade students, continuing the incremental and spiral method that makes Saxon so effective. Each lesson gradually introduces new concepts while consistently reviewing previous material, ensuring strong retention and confidence as students transition toward pre-algebra.

Key Math Concepts Covered

• Advanced Arithmetic: Multi-digit multiplication and long division, including extensive work with decimals and fractions.
• Fractions, Decimals, and Percents: Operations with mixed numbers, conversions between fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Measurement & Geometry: Calculating perimeter, area, and volume; understanding measurement conversions.
• Integers & Graphing: Introduction to positive and negative numbers; basic graphing on number lines.
• Number Theory: Divisibility rules, prime and composite numbers, factors, multiples, and prime factorization.
• Ratios & Unit Conversions: Practical skills for converting between units and working with ratios.
• Statistics & Probability: Calculating averages, interpreting data, and fundamental probability concepts.

For detailed information, view the Saxon Math 6/5 Scope and Sequence. To ensure this level is appropriate for your child, we recommend taking the Placement Test.

Kit Contents
The Saxon Math 6/5 Home Study Kit includes everything you need:

• Student Textbook: Clearly explained incremental lessons (120 total), investigations after every ten lessons, practice problems, illustrated glossary, and index.
• Tests and Worksheets Book: Consumable practice drills, investigation activities, cumulative assessments (23 tests), and record-keeping forms.
• Solutions Manual: Complete, step-by-step solutions for all textbook problems and tests, allowing easy checking and guidance.

No additional manipulatives are required; any hands-on activities utilize common household items.

Saxon Math 6/5 equips students with solid arithmetic skills and introduces key abstract concepts, ensuring readiness for more advanced mathematics.