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Pemdas Practice Activities
Class 5 maths worksheets for practising PEMDAS order of operations with brackets, exponents, multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction.
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What PEMDAS means in Class 5 maths
These Class 5 PEMDAS worksheets help children decide which operation to do first in a number sentence. They practise reading expressions carefully, solving inside parentheses, handling exponents when shown, and working multiplication/division and addition/subtraction in the correct order.
The printable activities include mixed operation problems, bracketed expressions, step-by-step simplification practice, and error-spotting style questions. They are designed to build accuracy before children move on to longer algebra-style expressions.
PEMDAS stands for Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication, Division, Addition, and Subtraction. In Indian classrooms, children may also hear BODMAS; the important idea is the same: some operations must be completed before others. These worksheets focus on interpreting the full expression, not simply solving from left to right.
How the skill progresses
Children begin with expressions that use two operations, such as addition with multiplication. They then meet parentheses, where the grouped part must be solved first. As confidence grows, problems may include division, subtraction, and occasional exponents, so pupils learn that multiplication and division share the same level and must be completed from left to right. The same is true for addition and subtraction.
A simple parent routine
Ask your child to point to the operation that should happen first before writing any answer. For example, in 6 + 4 × 3, they should identify 4 × 3 first, then add 6. Encourage them to rewrite one simplified line at a time. This habit reduces careless mistakes and helps you see exactly where confusion begins.
Classroom uses for teachers
Teachers can use these printables for daily maths practice, revision after introducing order of operations, small-group support, or quick assessment. The mix of short expressions and multi-step questions makes it easy to separate pupils who know the rule from those who can apply it consistently.
Common errors to watch for
Many children add before multiplying because they read the expression from left to right. Others think multiplication always comes before division, even when division appears first. Some solve parentheses correctly but forget to bring down the remaining numbers and signs. Watch for missing steps, changed signs, and answers that are reasonable for a different order.
Free printable PDF download
Use this Class 5 PEMDAS worksheet page to preview the activity, print it, or download it as a PDF for quick practice. It works well for homework, homeschool lessons, tutoring, morning work, revision, and classroom centers.
Answers and answer key support
After the child completes the worksheet independently, parents and teachers can use the answer support or answer key information to check the work, review mistakes, and choose the next practice step.
Why iBloom worksheets help
The activities are built around visible steps, varied expression layouts, and repeated decision-making. Instead of memorising a chant only, children practise asking: “Is there a group? Is there an exponent? Are multiplication or division next from left to right?” A child-friendly strategy is to circle parentheses, underline × or ÷ in order, then box + or − before solving.
Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
Is PEMDAS the same as BODMAS for Class 5 maths?
Yes, they teach the same main order of operations idea. PEMDAS uses Parentheses and Exponents, while BODMAS uses Brackets and Orders. Children should still remember that multiplication and division are solved from left to right, as are addition and subtraction.
Do these worksheets include exponents?
They may include exponent-style questions where appropriate for Class 5 practice. The main focus is applying the order correctly across parentheses, multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction.
What mistake should I correct first when my child gets PEMDAS answers wrong?
First check whether your child is solving strictly from left to right. If so, ask them to mark parentheses first, then multiplication or division from left to right, before doing addition or subtraction.
How should children show working for PEMDAS problems?
They should rewrite the expression after each step, changing only the part they have solved. This makes the order clear and helps avoid skipped signs or copied numbers.
Can these PEMDAS activities be used for revision?
Yes. They are useful after teaching order of operations, before tests on mixed operations, or whenever children need extra practice with multi-step number expressions.
Is this Class 5 PEMDAS worksheet free?
Yes. You can preview it for free and use the printable worksheet for home or classroom practice.
Can I download this Class 5 PEMDAS worksheet as a PDF?
Yes. Use the worksheet download option to save a printable PDF, or print the worksheet directly from the page.
Does this Class 5 PEMDAS worksheet include answers or an answer key?
When the activity has fixed answers, iBloom includes answer support so parents and teachers can check the completed worksheet.