Math Kangaroo Prep (Grade 1-2)

Course Objectives
Build foundational math skills through logic puzzles and problem-solving games
Introduce Math Kangaroo question styles and test format
Strengthen number sense, reasoning, and spatial thinking
Develop confidence and creative thinking in a fun, low-pressure environment

Weekly Topics Overview
Week 1 Introduction to Math Kangaroo
What is Math Kangaroo
Sample problems overview
Math as fun and creative thinking
Warm-up puzzle games
Week 2 Numbers and Patterns
Counting strategies
Skip counting, odd and even numbers, number puzzles
Pattern recognition and completion
Visual pattern games
Week 3 Logic and Reasoning
True or false and identifying the odd one out
Visual logic puzzles
Beginner-level deductive reasoning problems
Week 4 Shapes and Spatial Thinking
2D shapes and their properties
Visual-spatial puzzles including folding and rotations
Tangrams and creative geometry challenges
Week 5 Measurement and Estimation
Comparing lengths, weights, and sizes
Introduction to estimation
Real-world math application games
Week 6 Word Problems and Story Math
Reading and understanding short math stories
Drawing to solve problems
Math vocabulary practice
Week 7 Practice with Past Questions
Solve real Math Kangaroo Grade 1 and 2 questions
Guided thinking and discussion
Learn from mistakes together
Week 8 Mini Mock Contest and Review
Timed mini contest using past questions
Review common tricky question types
Confidence-building activities

Materials Used
Math Kangaroo past papers for Grades 1 and 2
Instructor-curated puzzles and worksheets
Visual aids and game-based activities

Teaching Style
Interactive and hands-on
Focus on thinking out loud
Encouragement, creativity, and fun
Supportive feedback and growth mindset

This course is available exclusively as a one-on-one class and also offered in a small-group format.

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