Super Teacher Worksheets

5th Grade Common Core: W.5.7

Common Core Identifier: W.5.7 / Grade: 5
Curriculum: Writing: Research to Build and Present Knowledge
Detail: Conduct short research projects that use several sources to build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic.
18 Common Core State Standards (CCSS) aligned worksheets found:
Students research their favorite dinosaur. They describe the physical attributes of their dinosaur, tell what it ate, and where it lived. (7 pages, includes bibliography and grading rubric)
Level:
Common Core
English and Spanish Versions Available
Preview File
Members can add this to their file cabinet
Choose an animal. Write about it's habitat and anatomy. Then list interesting facts. Includes a bibliography page, a grading rubric, and step-by-step instructions.
Level:
Complete a research report on an insect species.
Level:
Research a famous explorer from history. Write about his important journeys, his crew, and transportation.
Level:
Learn about one of the fifty states. Students describe their state's population, area, natural resources, geographic features, and main attractions. (9 pages, includes bibliography and rubric)
Level:
Use these forms to write a research report on one of Canada's provinces.
Level:
Research your favorite planet. Describe it's location, distance from the sun, gravity, and other characteristics. (7 pages, includes bibliography and rubric)
Level:
Learn about the four layers on the rainforest- the emergent layer, the canopy, the understory, and the floor.
Level:
Over ten pages of hurricane information and comprehension questions. Use part or all of this amazing resource.
Level:
Research the life of Thomas Jefferson, George Washing, Benjamin Franklin, or any of America's Founding Fathers.
Level:
This writing prompt asks students to pretend it is 1912 and they are either a survivor or a loved one of a survivor of the Titanic. They are instructed to write a letter to the government arguing for changes to ship safety laws using details about what happened during the ship's sinking.
Level:
These unusual animals spend most of their lives at sea, but occasionally climb onto Pacific beaches for a period of rest and molting.
Level:
Choose a former United States president and research his or her life, legacy, and accomplishments.
Level:
This 5th-grade article about bird nests is perfect for students studying animal habitats, aspiring birdwatchers, or anyone in need of a little reading comprehension practice!
Level:
This prompt encourages students to imagine they are a passenger on the Titanic before it hits the iceberg. They will write a journal entry about their experience on the ship so far, using details about their class and experience.
Level:
Choose a fairy tale a complete the research report on it. This file has seven pages of simple questions and graphic organizers for students to answer about their story.
Level:
This printout includes two lined pages for students to write a letter pretending to be a survivor of the Titanic disaster. They will describe what they imagine the experience may have been like and include details that may have affected their experience.
Level:
When a bumble bee is entered into a spelling contest, we discover she's not such a great speller after all.
Level:
Please Log In to Super Teacher Worksheets
Username:
Password:
Can't remember your password?
Not a member yet? Join Today!
Become a Member
Social Media
Follow Us
facebook
Twitter
Pinterest
Instagram
Super Teacher Worksheets Logo
Not a Member?
For complete access to thousands of printable lessons click the button or the link below.
© 2026 Super Teacher Worksheets

PDF with answer key:

PDF no answer key:

Common Core Alignment
Preview