Originally Posted by puffin
Is there really such a thing as a 'fifth grade reading curriculum' that is different from a 'fourth grade reading curriculum'?
Common Core Reading standards for grade 5,
Common Core Reading standards for grade 4.

To provide grades for Reading, there may be writing assignments (such as book reports, essays to compare/contrast two or more books or authors) and vocabulary tests, etc, for which a child may need or benefit from some amount of guidance, coaching, or instruction.