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Learning objective
Master basic Abacus concepts including bead values, lower bead operations, and positive Big Friend formulas.
Cognitive Skills Course
Abacus Level 1
Abacus fundamentals — bead values, Big Friend formulas, and confident mental arithmetic.
Program snapshot
Built for steady progress
Key structure for Abacus Level 1 — duration, rhythm and age fit at a glance.
- 1
3 months
Course duration
- 2
2
Weekly classes
- 3
24
Total sessions
- 4
60 minutes
Session length
- 5
5–9 years
Age group
Learning goals
Course Objectives
What your child will build through Abacus Level 1 — clear, mentor-led outcomes across the cognitive skills program.
4 core objectives
Mentor-tracked progress
02
Learning objective
Develop addition and subtraction skills using both direct and pinch methods.
03
Learning objective
Enhance mental arithmetic speed and accuracy.
04
Learning objective
Improve concentration, logical thinking, and memory through interactive activities.
How we teach
Teaching Strategies / Catalyst
The mentor-led methods that make Abacus Level 1 engaging — hands-on, progressive and designed to spark confidence in every session.
3 core strategies
Live mentor-led
Strategy 01
Interactive Learning: Use worksheets, virtual activities, and storytelling to reinforce concepts.
Strategy 02
Active Engagement: Incorporate hands-on games, art, and creative thinking exercises.
Strategy 03
Incremental Learning: Gradually introduce new formulas to avoid overload and foster mastery.
Holistic growth
Development
Abacus Level 1 builds the whole learner — not just technique, but the motor, cognitive and emotional skills that last beyond the classroom.
Mathematical Proficiency
Mastery of addition and subtraction using Abacus techniques.
Cognitive Development
Enhanced problem-solving, logical thinking, and focus.
Confident Mental Arithmetic
Ability to calculate quickly and accurately without a calculator.
Creative Expression
Improved creative thinking through activities that blend art and logic.
Course syllabus
Timeline / Structure
A clear class-by-class path through Abacus Level 1 — what happens in each phase, from the first session to the final review.
3
Phases
3
Class blocks
Phase 01
Month 1 — Beads, Values & Direct Operations
Weeks 1–4
Beads and values, lower beads, pinch in/out, direct addition/subtraction — circle art, tongue twisters, and reflection exercises.
Phase 02
Month 2 — Positive Big Friend Formulas
Weeks 5–8
Positive Big Friend Formulas (+9 to +6), revision — riddles, scavenger hunts, storytelling, and creative thinking.
Phase 03
Month 3 — Negative Big Friend Formulas
Weeks 9–12
Continued Big Friend Formulas (-9 to -1), revision of all formulas — quick thinking games, space scenarios, and end-of-week quizzes.
Assessments
How mentor progress is tracked throughout Abacus Level 1 — supportive check-ins and clear milestones, not high-pressure tests.
Age-appropriate, encouragement-first feedback
2 assessment points across the course
Evaluation checklist
- 01Checkpoint
Mid-Course Knowledge Test (Week 7): 30 minutes revision and 30 minutes of testing.
- 02Final review
Final Knowledge Test (Week 12): Summative assessment evaluating Big Friend formulas and bead values.
After completion
Expected Outcomes Post-Course
What learners take away from Abacus Level 1 — skills, confidence and habits that continue well after the final class.
Outcome 01
Confidently perform addition and subtraction using abacus techniques with improved speed and accuracy.
Certificate-ready milestone
Outcome 02
Master Positive Big Friend Formulas and improve memory, concentration, and problem-solving.
Certificate-ready milestone
Outcome 03
Well-prepared for more advanced abacus levels and real-life math challenges.
Certificate-ready milestone
3 outcomes mapped to mentor feedback and your child's completion certificate
Ready to start Abacus Level 1?
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