Math Olympiad for Elementary & Middle Schools
Elementary/MiddleWhat is the MOEMS Contest?
MOEMS (Math Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools) is a math competition consisting of five monthly tests held from November to March. It is one of the best first competitions for students new to competition math.
Format
Five monthly tests held from November to March. Each test has 5 problems with 20โ30 minutes to complete them.
Who can enter
Open to students in grades 4โ8. Division E is for grades 4โ6 and Division M is for grades 6โ8.
How to register
Teams register through their school, homeschool group, or other organization. Registration fees range from $175โ$300 depending on division and team size.
How many participate
Over 120,000 students participate each year across two divisions, making MOEMS a great first competition.
Video Guides
Omega Learn ยท VideoMOEMS Preparation Class 1: Divisibility
Divisibility rules and number-sense foundations for the first MOEMS class.
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Omega Learn ยท VideoMOEMS Preparation Class 2: Algebra, Equations, Chicken & Rabbit Problems
Setting up equations and tackling classic chicken-and-rabbit style problems.
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Omega Learn ยท VideoMOEMS Preparation Class 3: Combinatorics, Listing, Permutations & Combinations
Counting by listing possibilities, plus permutations and combinations.
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Omega Learn ยท VideoMOEMS Preparation Class 4: Rate and Work
Solving rate and combined-work problems that appear often on MOEMS.
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Omega Learn ยท VideoMOEMS Preparation Class 5: Distance, Speed, Time Problems
Working through distance, speed, and time word problems step by step.
Watch on YouTube โPractice Books

Creative Problem Solving in School Mathematics
The companion guide to teaching and learning competition problem solving.
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Math Olympiad MOEMS Contest Problems 1, 2, and 3 (bundle)
A bundle pairing the first three MOEMS problem volumes together.
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Math Olympiad Contest Problems, Volume 2 (REVISED)
More past MOEMS problems and solutions to keep practicing.
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MOEMS Contest Problems Volume 3
A third collection of MOEMS contest problems with detailed solutions.
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Moems Contest Problems Vol. 4, The International Edition
The international edition, broadening the range of MOEMS-style problems.
View on Amazon โSingapore Math Books

Singapore Math 70 Must-Know Word Problems, Level 1 (Grade 2)
Builds foundational problem-solving skills with 70 carefully selected word problems at the Grade 2 level.
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Singapore Math 70 Must-Know Word Problems, Level 2 (Grade 3)
Strengthens multi-step reasoning with 70 word problems designed for Grade 3 students.
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Singapore Math 70 Must-Know Word Problems, Level 3 (Grade 4)
Develops critical thinking through 70 word problems covering core Grade 4 topics.
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Singapore Math 70 Must-Know Word Problems, Level 4 (Grade 5)
Challenges students with 70 higher-order word problems aligned to the Grade 5 Singapore curriculum.
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Singapore Math 70 Must-Know Word Problems, Level 5 (Grade 6)
Advances problem-solving with 70 challenging word problems targeting Grade 6 concepts.
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Singapore Math 70 Must-Know Word Problems, Level 6 (Grade 7)
Sharpens pre-algebra reasoning with 70 must-know word problems at the Grade 7 level.
View on Amazon โMOEMS Official Resources
MOEMS Official Website
Official info, registration, and contest details straight from MOEMS.
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