Fifth Grade Math Floor Mats for New Concepts

Fifth grade math is the last step before students begin to tackle more complicated algebraic and geometric concepts. Cementing their understanding of basic math concepts will set them up for success in middle school math classes. Just because students are older doesn’t mean they can’t still have fun learning math and get some exercise. Incorporate physical activity and extra math practice into your school day with these three fifth grade floor mats from Math & Movement.

Cartesian Coordinate Hop for Fifth Grade Math

The Cartesian Coordinate Hop floor mat teaches students about graphing and plotting. Students can kinesthetically practice locating points on a Cartesian coordinate grid, one-to-one correspondence, plotting shapes and equations of lines, and even calculating slope. Each mat is marked with an X and Y axis for easy set-up.

This mat is a favorite at many of Math & Movement’s Family Fun Nights! Like all of our floor mats, the Cartesian Coordinate Hop comes with a full activity guide and printable manipulatives. So check out one of our favorite fifth grade math games using this mat, Make a Shape:

1. Write Cartesian coordinates that create a shape such as a rectangle, square, or circle on notecards. 
2. Have a student select one card.
3. Place an object on the mat according to the coordinate on the card and place the card under the object.
4. Have students in your class take turns selecting cards and finding the corresponding point on the mat.
5. Once your class selects all of the cards, have them determine what shape they made.