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Free, playful, low-prep math competitions for elementary classrooms
Free, playful, low-prep math competitions for elementary classrooms
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Who we are
Who we are
Who we are
We are a nonprofit organization on a mission to change how children see math — from something “boring” to something fun, intriguing, and creative. Our goal is to show as many kids as possible that solving problems can be exciting and joyful.
We are a nonprofit organization on a mission to change how children see math — from something “boring” to something fun, intriguing, and creative. Our goal is to show as many kids as possible that solving problems can be exciting and joyful.
We are a nonprofit organization on a mission to change how children see math — from something “boring” to something fun, intriguing, and creative. Our goal is to show as many kids as possible that solving problems can be exciting and joyful.
What is a Math Jam
What is a Math Jam
What is a Math Jam
Math Jams are fun, team-based math competitions for grades 3–6, held several times a year. Each Jam runs for one week, and classrooms compete to earn the most points. The problems are arranged from very easy to challenging, so every student can find the right level of challenge.
Math Jams are fun, team-based math competitions for grades 3–6, held several times a year. Each Jam runs for one week, and classrooms compete to earn the most points. The problems are arranged from very easy to challenging, so every student can find the right level of challenge.
Math Jams are fun, team-based math competitions for grades 3–6, held several times a year. Each Jam runs for one week, and classrooms compete to earn the most points. The problems are arranged from very easy to challenging, so every student can find the right level of challenge.
What students say
"This was the best math class ever! Can you come back and do this again?"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"They got really hard. But then we teamed up as a group and we figured it out together!"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"I love the cryptarythms! Can I take this home for homework?"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"This was the best math class ever! Can you come back and do this again?"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"They got really hard. But then we teamed up as a group and we figured it out together!"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"I love the cryptarythms! Can I take this home for homework?"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"This was the best math class ever! Can you come back and do this again?"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"They got really hard. But then we teamed up as a group and we figured it out together!"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"I love the cryptarythms! Can I take this home for homework?"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"This was the best math class ever! Can you come back and do this again?"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"They got really hard. But then we teamed up as a group and we figured it out together!"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"I love the cryptarythms! Can I take this home for homework?"
Stundent, 3rd Grade
"This was the best math class ever! Can you come back and do this again?"
"This was the best math class ever! Can you come back and do this again?"
Student, 6th Grade
Student, 6th Grade
"They got really hard. But then we teamed up as a group and we figured it out together!"
"They got really hard. But then we teamed up as a group and we figured it out together!"
Student, 3rd Grade
Student, 3rd Grade
"I love the cryptarythms! Can I take this home for homework?"
"I love the cryptarythms! Can I take this home for homework?"
Student, 5rd Grade
Student, 5rd Grade
How to host a Jam
How to host a Jam
How to host a Jam
It works just like Kahoot:
Teachers register on the site and start the Jam.
Students then connect to their class team with a code — no need to create student accounts or handle logins in advance.
It works just like Kahoot:
Teachers register on the site and start the Jam.
Students then connect to their class team with a code — no need to create student accounts or handle logins in advance.
It works just like Kahoot:
Teachers register on the site and start the Jam.
Students then connect to their class team with a code — no need to create student accounts or handle logins in advance.
Upcoming Jams
Upcoming Jams
Upcoming Jams
We’re still in the testing phase, and we’d love your help!
Join our Trial Jam and tell us what you think to make Math Jams better.
We’re still in the testing phase, and we’d love your help!
Join our Trial Jam and tell us what you think to make Math Jams better.
We’re still in the testing phase, and we’d love your help!
Join our Trial Jam and tell us what you think to make Math Jams better.
Trial Jam
December 5 – 13
December 5 – 13
December 5 – 13
45 minutes
45 minutes
45 minutes
Start now
Start now
Start now
Winter Jam
January 19 – 24
January 19 – 24
January 19 – 24
45 minutes
45 minutes
45 minutes
Coming soon
Coming soon
Coming soon
What teachers say
“Thank you for letting our kiddos have this opportunity! I would love to have this again as soon as possible."
“Thank you for letting our kiddos have this opportunity! I would love to have this again as soon as possible."
“Thank you for letting our kiddos have this opportunity! I would love to have this again as soon as possible."
Q & A
Q & A
Q & A
What technology do I need in class?
The platform is web-based. You’ll need a teacher device and student devices with a browser, keyboard, and mouse.
What if I have fewer devices than students?
That’s totally fine. You can split your class into groups based on the number of student devices you have.
What if the problems are too hard for my students?
Each Jam includes both simple and challenging tasks. You can have students play in teams or even solve puzzles together as a class so everyone can contribute.
What grades are Math Jams for?
Math Jams were designed and tested with Grades 3–6, but teachers are welcome to adapt them for any grade level. We don’t recommend running them earlier than Grade 2, since the digital version assumes kids are already comfortable using devices independently.
Is it really free?
Yes, it is!
What technology do I need in class?
The platform is web-based. You’ll need a teacher device and student devices with a browser, keyboard, and mouse.
What if I have fewer devices than students?
That’s totally fine. You can split your class into groups based on the number of student devices you have.
What if the problems are too hard for my students?
Each Jam includes both simple and challenging tasks. You can have students play in teams or even solve puzzles together as a class so everyone can contribute.
What grades are Math Jams for?
Math Jams were designed and tested with Grades 3–6, but teachers are welcome to adapt them for any grade level. We don’t recommend running them earlier than Grade 2, since the digital version assumes kids are already comfortable using devices independently.
Is it really free?
Yes, it is!
What technology do I need in class?
The platform is web-based. You’ll need a teacher device and student devices with a browser, keyboard, and mouse.
What if I have fewer devices than students?
That’s totally fine. You can split your class into teams based on the number of student devices you have.
What if the problems are too hard for my students?
Each Jam includes both simple and challenging tasks. You can have students play in teams or even solve puzzles together as a class so everyone can contribute.
What grades are Math Jams for?
Math Jams were designed and tested with Grades 3–6, but teachers are welcome to adapt them for any grade level. We don’t recommend running them earlier than Grade 2, since the digital version assumes kids are already comfortable using devices independently.
Is it really free?
Yes, it is!
What technology do I need in class?
The platform is web-based. You’ll need a teacher device and student devices with a browser, keyboard, and mouse.
What if I have fewer devices than students?
That’s totally fine. You can split your class into teams based on the number of student devices you have.
What if the problems are too hard for my students?
Each Jam includes both simple and challenging tasks. You can have students play in teams or even solve puzzles together as a class so everyone can contribute.
What grades are Math Jams for?
Math Jams were designed and tested with Grades 3–6, but teachers are welcome to adapt them for any grade level. We don’t recommend running them earlier than Grade 2, since the digital version assumes kids are already comfortable using devices independently.
Is it really free?
Yes, it is!