8-Week Learning Plan for MaRRS Zoom Zoom Math

Keep math sharp with a phased, stress‑free routine

To make the most of the MaRRS Zoom Zoom Math Challenge, consistency is more important than "cramming." Since this competition spans several rounds, a phased approach helps your child stay sharp without feeling overwhelmed.

Here is a recommended 8-Week Learning Plan that aligns with the competition structure.

The Competition Roadmap

The Competition Roadmap

A clear foundation phase, then a focused level‑up phase, keeps children confident and competition‑ready without burnout.

8-week learning plan

The Competition Roadmap

Phase 1 focuses on foundations and confidence; Phase 2 sharpens accuracy and speed for the National Championships and Jumbo Nationals qualification.

Phase 1: The Foundation (Weeks 1-4)

Focus: Mastering the Preliminaries & Building Confidence

During this phase, the goal is to familiarize your child with the format and ensure they have a solid grasp of their grade-level basics.

Download & Audit

Download & Audit: Immediately download the Free Learning Material. Spend the first two days looking through it together to see which topics are "easy" and which need a bit more work.

The 15-Minute "Sprint"

The 15-Minute "Sprint": Set aside 15 minutes a day.

KG Students

KG Students: Practice verbal counting, basic addition/subtraction stories, and shape identification out loud.

Grades 1-8

Grades 1-8: Solve 5–10 problems from the study material using a timer to get used to the "Online Test" feel.

Weekly Review

Weekly Review: Every Sunday, do a "Mini-Challenge" where your child explains one math concept back to you. (Teaching is the best way to learn!)

Phase 2: The Level-Up (Weeks 5-8)

Focus: Accuracy and Speed for the National Championships

Since qualification for the Jumbo Nationals depends on the average percentile of the four National rounds, every point counts here!

Simulate the Test

Simulate the Test: * For Grades 1-8: Have them take a practice set on a computer or tablet. Getting comfortable with clicking, scrolling, and digital navigation is half the battle.

For KG

For KG: Conduct "Mock Oral Rounds." Sit across from them and ask questions clearly, encouraging them to respond confidently.

Focus on the "Gap" Topics

Focus on the "Gap" Topics: Use the results from the Preliminary rounds to identify "sticky" areas. Spend extra time on those specific concepts.

Mental Math Magic

Mental Math Magic: Integrate math into daily life. If you’re at the store, ask your child to calculate the total of two items or the change you should receive.

The "Power Hour" routine

Daily 15–20 minute habit

Use this simple structure for your daily 15-20 minute sessions:

Time Activity Goal
0-5 Mins Mental Warm-up Quick-fire math facts (e.g., "What's 7+8?") to wake up the brain.
5-15 Mins Target Practice Work through 2 pages of the MaRRS Learning Material.
15-20 Mins The 'I Got It!' Review Let the child pick the hardest problem they solved and show off how they did it.

Pro-Tips for Success

Make the challenge work for you

Celebrate the "Near Misses": If they get a hard question wrong, celebrate the effort! Ask, "What did we learn from this one?"

Use the School Connection: Since the syllabus aligns with school, tell your child, "Practicing for Zoom Zoom is actually helping you ace your school exams too!"

Consistency Wins: It is better to do 10 minutes every day than 2 hours once a week.

Ready to get started?

Ready to get started?
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