Here is the outline for a basic 5th-grade biology course: ( 45 hours)

 Unit 1: The Cell ( 5hours )

o Structure and function of cells
o Cell division
o Types of cells
 Unit 2: Life Processes ( 6 hours)
o Growth and development
o Respiration
o Digestion
o Excretion
o Reproduction
 Unit 3: Classification of Organisms ( 5 hours)
o Kingdoms of life
o Domains of life
o Taxonomic classification
 Unit 4: Diversity of Life ( 10 hours)
o Plants
o Animals
o Fungi
o Protists
o Bacteria
 Unit 5: Human Body Systems ( 10 hours)
o Circulatory system
o Respiratory system
o Digestive system
o Excretory system
o Nervous system
o Endocrine system
o Skeletal system
o Muscular system
 Unit 6: Ecology ( 10 hours)
o Ecosystems
o Food chains and webs
o Populations
o Communities
o Biomes