| Standardized tests can be very stressful for | | | | guessing will hurt their score. Sometimes, |
| children. Here, therefore, are some tips for | | | | students are penalized for guessing. |
| parents and children that may help. | | | | |
| | | | 5. Both children and parents, remember... no |
| Before the Test...for Parents and Children | | | | one is expected to make 100%! All that |
| | | | children can do is their best. Encourage them |
| 1. Have children study every night during the | | | | to do so. |
| year so they will understand the material as | | | | |
| their teacher is presenting it. Clear up any | | | | During the Test...for Children |
| confusion as they go. This will make them | | | | |
| confident in their knowledge and lead to a | | | | 1. Read to understand each question |
| review for the test rather than to learning | | | | carefully. Then read ALL the choices you are |
| new information. | | | | given. |
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| 2. The night before the test, do something | | | | 2. Monitor your time. If you get stuck on a |
| that is fun to help keep them calm. All their | | | | question, do not spend too much time on it. |
| heavy studying should be complete by then! | | | | Concentrate on answering the questions you |
| | | | know for sure and then go back to the others |
| 3. Of course, they should get a good night's | | | | if there is more time. REMEMBER: If you do |
| sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and leave for | | | | this, put your answer in the right space on |
| school with a positive attitude and | | | | the bubble sheet! You should already know if |
| confidence in themselves. Parents, that's | | | | guessing will hurt you. |
| where you can help immensely! Wish your | | | | |
| children luck, give them a high five, let | | | | 3. If you get nervous, shut your eyes, take a |
| them know you believe in them...whatever it | | | | deep breath, and let it out slowly. |
| takes to lessen the pressure. | | | | |
| | | | I hope these suggestions are useful. GOOD |
| 4. Pupils should ask their teacher if | | | | LUCK!! |