Why do fifth grade students' attitudes change such that they are not as emotional as they were previously?

From fourth to fifth grade, students change. Something happens and their attitudes towards life changes to the point that they are different emotionally. They just seem different. I want to know what this change is and if you all could provide some evidence, perhaps books or online resources. Something to note is that if you know of government funded programs that are trying to do something about this, such as Mentoring, Tutoring, or other programs such as AmeriCorps; I would greatly appreciate knowledge on how these programs are dealing with this problem. What works and what doesn't work for the programs would be greatly appreciated. Scientific research results would also be appreciated. Thanks Yahoo users!Why do fifth grade students' attitudes change such that they are not as emotional as they were previously?
I think it is the fear of others thinking they are UN-cool, I know when I was that age, your body starts changing, you are painfully aware of your physical self, and others would make fun at anything that was ';different'; to them because no one wanted to stick out. For fear of getting harassed, girls where and are especially cruel about this. And for the comment made by Bianca, you obviously have no manners... duh.Why do fifth grade students' attitudes change such that they are not as emotional as they were previously?
Really? I AM THAT AGE! some peeps are really mean and say theyre better than the rest, and they arent afraid. they lie that that happened to get attention. I was the most hated girl in my class and i had 2 friends...oh well and Bianca, you are so WRONG...

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bcuz ther going through stages DUHH!!!
I don't have any evidence, but I think it is because they are the dest ones in the school. Now they are the ';cool'; kids. Plus by the time they reach 5th they played all the games and they think they need to show all their friends how cool they are. Plus, they are building the reputation that will take them through middle school. I'd be interested to find out if there is any research on this. If you learn of some please feel free to email me. Interesting question.
It's all in the hormones, baby.