"Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader?" is a television game show that tests adult contestants on elementary school subjects. Contestants answer questions from various subjects, such as math, science, and history, with the help of a group of fifth-grade students. The show highlights the knowledge that children learn in school and challenges adults to recall what they once learned. The format of the show includes multiple-choice questions and the opportunity for contestants to use lifelines, such as asking a student for help. The show aims to entertain while also emphasizing the importance of education and the knowledge gained in early schooling.