About the course
| Component | Design |
|---|---|
| Structure | 12 units, 53 article series, 30 active weeks in 2 semesters. |
| Tools for each unit | Story-style article series, 1 C1–C6 Practice Sheet (12 questions, 2 per level), a quick quiz, and one “Family Mission”. |
| Learner workload | 2–3 series per week, 10–15 minutes each; about 1–1.5 hours per week. |
| National reference | Kurikulum Merdeka (Independent Curriculum), CP Mathematics Phase C (Grades 5–6), the Deep Learning (Pembelajaran Mendalam) approach. |
| International reference | Cambridge Primary Mathematics (0096), the Singapore Math approach (Concrete–Pictorial–Abstract and bar models), IB PYP inquiry, and the TIMSS cognitive domains. |
| Content format | Locked to the same format as the senior high school (SMA) level (article plus C1–C6 sheet), with language and visual adjustments for children aged 10–11. |
What you will learn
The five content elements of the Phase C Learning Outcomes (CP) are spread across the units of this course.
| Element | Phase C CP 2025 content (summary) | Grade 5 (this course) |
|---|---|---|
| Number | Whole numbers up to 1,000,000; operations up to 100,000; money; LCM (KPK) and GCF (FPB); fractions (ordering, mixed numbers, addition and subtraction, multiplication and division by whole numbers, conversion); decimals with one digit. | Units 1–6 (the whole basic coverage). |
| Algebra | Unknown values in number sentences (up to 1000); number patterns with multiplication and division; unit ratio and proportion. | Unit 7 (number sentences, patterns) and Unit 8 (ratio and early proportion). |
| Measurement | Perimeter and area of triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, and their combinations; time duration; angle size. | Unit 9 (perimeter, area, time, introduction to angles). |
| Geometry | Constructing and decomposing cubes and cuboids; front, top, and side views; comparing shapes; grid maps. | Unit 10. |
| Data Analysis and Probability | Pictures, pictograms, bar charts, frequency tables; greater or lesser likelihood in random experiments. | Unit 11. |
Skills and ways of thinking
| Aspect | National | International |
|---|---|---|
| Main document | CP Mathematics Phase C (Head of BSKAP Decree No. 046/H/KR/2025) for Grades 5 and 6. Five content elements: Number, Algebra, Measurement, Geometry, Data Analysis and Probability, plus five process elements. | Cambridge Primary Mathematics 0096 (ages 5–11, Stage 1–6). Three strands: Number, Geometry and Measure, Statistics and Probability. |
| Way of thinking | Reasoning, problem solving, communication, and mathematical connections. | Thinking and Working Mathematically: eight characteristics (specialising, generalising, conjecturing, convincing, characterising, classifying, critiquing, improving). |
| Learning approach | Deep Learning (Pembelajaran Mendalam): Understanding, Applying, Reflecting. | Singapore Math: Concrete → Pictorial → Abstract and bar models. IB PYP: learning through inquiry and questions. |
| Thinking level of questions | Graded C1–C6 questions. | TIMSS: the domains knowing, applying, reasoning. |
| Age and stage | Grade 5, about 10–11 years old. | Roughly equivalent to Cambridge Primary Stage 5–6. |
Integration principles
- National as the backbone. Units follow CP Phase C. International content and methods are added as enrichment, not as a replacement.
- Concrete first, symbols later. Every concept starts from real objects or pictures (CPA), then moves to numbers and symbols.
- Bar models for word problems. Children learn to draw the situation before calculating.
- Thinking like a young scientist. Each unit trains one characteristic of Thinking and Working Mathematically (for example conjecturing: “Why do you think so?”).
- Two light languages. The main text is in Indonesian, plus a Mini Dictionary EN–ID with three key words (for example, fraction = pecahan).
Who is it for
Age and stage
Grade 5, about 10–11 years old. Roughly equivalent to Cambridge Primary Stage 5–6.
Learner workload
2–3 series per week, 10–15 minutes each; about 1–1.5 hours per week.
Guide figures from the land of Cirebon
While you learn, two historical figures of the Indonesian archipelago in the Islamic era keep you company. They are storytelling friends, not math teachers. Their stories are written briefly according to Cirebon tradition; teachers and parents can explore them further in historical sources.
Prince Walangsungsang
Son of Prabu Siliwangi, PajajaranSon of Prabu Siliwangi of the Pajajaran Kingdom. According to Cirebon tradition, he opened a settlement on the north coast of West Java in the 15th century and is also known as Prince Cakrabuana. He travelled with his younger sister, Nyi Mas Rara Santang.
Sinuhun Sunan Gunung Jati
Syarif Hidayatullah, CirebonGrandson of Prabu Siliwangi and son of Nyi Mas Rara Santang. He is known as a spreader of Islam and a ruler of Cirebon, one of the figures of the Wali Sanga, who developed Cirebon into a port and trading center.
The port of Cirebon was busy with trade, which suits stories about money and budgeting (Unit 3) and grid maps (Unit 10). Our learning friends stand for curiosity, perseverance, and cooperation.
Syllabus
Each unit title opens its unit page. Open the series list to see what is inside.
Semester 1: Numbers and Fractions
Whole Numbers up to 1,000,000
Weeks 1–3, 4 seriesArithmetic Operations up to 100,000
Weeks 4–6, 5 seriesMoney and Budgeting
Week 7, 2 seriesFactors, Multiples, LCM, and GCF
Weeks 8–10, 5 seriesFractions I: Compare, Mixed Numbers, Add and Subtract
Weeks 11–13, 6 seriesSummative assessment, semester 1
Weeks 14–15Show activities
Remedial work for each unit, C1–C6 practice simulations, and the semester assessment.
Semester 2: Patterns, Ratio, Measurement, Geometry, and Data
Fractions II and Decimals
Weeks 16–18, 5 seriesNumber Patterns and Number Sentences
Weeks 19–20, 4 seriesRatio and Proportion
Weeks 21–22, 4 seriesPerimeter, Area, Time, and Angles
Weeks 23–25, 6 seriesPlane Shapes, Solid Shapes, and Maps
Weeks 26–27, 5 seriesData and Probability
Weeks 28–29, 5 seriesFinal Project and Review
Week 30, 2 seriesSeries format and assessment
Language, length, and visuals are adapted for children aged 10–11.
Parts of every series
| Part of the series | Adaptation for elementary school | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Story | A short adventure with a recurring character, 3–4 sentences. | Understanding; IB PYP inquiry |
| Today's Mission | One goal in child language, for example “Today I can compare fractions”. | Learning objectives |
| 1-Minute Warm-Up | 2 quick questions to check prerequisites. | Diagnostic assessment |
| Meet the Concept | One idea, a big picture, short sentences. | Understanding; CPA |
| Let's Try Together | Real objects first, then pictures, then numbers. | Applying; Concrete–Pictorial–Abstract |
| Your Turn and Watch Out for Common Mistakes | Direct practice and common mistakes. | Applying |
| Practice Levels (C1–C6, separate sheet) | 12 questions, 2 per level, with child-friendly level names (Remember, Understand, Use, Analyze, Judge, Create). | Reflecting; TIMSS |
| Mini Cheat Sheet and Quick Quiz | A one-box summary and a 3-question quiz. | Formative assessment |
| For Parents | A two-line box: what was learned and how to help without giving the answer. | Home–school partnership |
| Mini Dictionary (EN–ID) and Family Mission | Three key words in two languages, plus a 15-minute activity with the family. | Cambridge; Deep Learning |
Assessment system
Suggested achievement threshold: 70% per unit. Below the threshold, the child is directed to repeat the series and do extra practice, without a “failed” label.
Question level equivalents
| Level | Name for kids | TIMSS domain | Example question type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C1 | Remember | Knowing | Write 245,000 in words. |
| C2 | Understand | Knowing | Explain why 2/4 equals 1/2. |
| C3 | Use | Applying | Calculate the change from a Rp50,000 purchase (Rp = Indonesian rupiah). |
| C4 | Analyze | Reasoning | Which of these two shapes has the larger area? Why? |
| C5 | Judge | Reasoning | Find the mistake in your friend's calculation. |
| C6 | Create | Reasoning | Write an LCM word problem from something you do at home. |
Weekly rhythm
| Day | Activity |
|---|---|
| Monday | First series of the week (10–15 minutes). |
| Wednesday | Second series and the quick quiz. |
| Friday | C1–C6 Practice Sheet or math games. |
| Weekend | A 15-minute Family Mission with a parent or older sibling. |
Important notes
- Parents as companions. Every series has a short box for parents, and every unit has a Family Mission.
- Concrete media: household objects (spoons, buttons, play money, grid paper) and virtual manipulatives (place-value blocks, fraction strips, geoboards).
- Accounts and privacy: accounts are managed by parents, no children's personal data in forums, and forums are moderated. Consider parental consent and child data protection under the applicable rules.
- Screen time: a maximum of 20 minutes per session, with breaks and off-screen activities (Family Mission).
Note: the mapping to TIMSS domains is approximate (C1–C2 knowing, C3 applying, C4–C6 reasoning).
Start learning
Begin with Unit 1, then follow the units in order by week.
Start with Unit 1
