Math Competition Prep: U.S. Kangaroo Grade 7 and 8
Boost your child's confidence and skill in math with our Math Kangaroo competition prep class! This small-group, 60-minute class is tailored for Grades 7-8, focusing on USA Math Kangaroo past papers and strategic problem-solving techniques.
Mentorhood Mathematics
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What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 8
Advanced Level
This ongoing Math Kangaroo preparation class is tailored for students in grades 7-8, featuring small groups of up to six learners to allow for a customized and focused approach. Each 60-minute session explores past Math Kangaroo questions, designed to help students familiarize themselves with the competition format. Sessions are structured to progress at a pace that meets the group’s needs, ensuring thorough understanding and growth. Throughout each class, students will learn problem-solving strategies specific to Math Kangaroo, discuss challenging questions, and gain practical experience in navigating this type of competition. Using interactive tools such as slides, guided discussion, and group problem-solving exercises, I’ll engage students in various learning styles. Participation and interaction are highly encouraged, and every class provides direct feedback and opportunities for students to share their thought processes. Week of Nov 4: Introduction to Math Kangaroo format; focus on basic problem types. Week of Nov 11: Review strategies for approaching complex questions; practice with past papers. Week of Nov 18: Dive into multi-step questions; highlight time management tips. Week of Nov 25: Mock test practice with timed questions, feedback, and reflections. This plan will cycle each month until competition day, adapting to students’ progress.
Learning Goals
Strengthen problem-solving skills and build familiarity with Math Kangaroo question types.Develop effective strategies and time management for the Math Kangaroo competition.
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
Students should have a solid math foundation and strong grasp of school-level math concepts.
Supply List
In each class, we will review past Math Kangaroo questions by screen-sharing, so there’s no need for students to have printed copies during sessions. However, please note that digital copies of the past papers are not provided due to copyright restrictions. Parents can purchase official practice materials directly through the USA Math Kangaroo website at https://mathkangaroo.org/mks/practice/pdf-exams/ to support their child’s practice outside of class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined February, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Ms. Indira holds a BSc degree in Microbiology and Biotechnology from Sheffield University and a MSc degree in Molecular Biology from Virginia Tech. She worked in a research lab before resigning to be a full-time mom. She’s been helping students with math, both as a friend (when she was in school herself) and now as a teacher. She loves math and wants to help children realize that math is fun.
Mr. William Xu graduated from the University of the Fraser Valley with a Bachelor of Science. He has been a tutor for over 5 years. He has helped more than 70 students in Mathematics and Statistics. He believes that every student has the potential to succeed and it's his job to provide a supportive and engaging learning environment that fosters growth and development.
Ms. Ala graduated from Western University with a Master’s Degree in Biology and a Bachelor's Degree with an Honours Specialization in Biology. She has been tutoring kids since she was in grade 10. Her passion for teaching started when she taught kids math at Saturday school in London, Ontario, and science at a one of the French Immersion Schools. She is now teaching Grade 12 Advanced Functions, Grade 11 Functions, Grade 12 Ontario Secondary School Literacy course and Science at a private high school in London, Ontario. Ms. Ala is a teacher who wants you to enjoy math as much as she does. She aims to make math a fun game rather than painful homework.Reviews
Live Group Class
$28
weekly1x per week
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-14
2-6 learners per class
