Testing

Test Taking Tips

· Make sure your child attends school regularly. Remember that tests reflect the overall achievement of your child. Students are more likely to do well on tests if they get used to test taking environments.

· Make sure your child completes their homework. School assignments help students prepare for what will be on the test and provide them with an opportunity to practice what they’ve learned.

· Make sure your child gets enough sleep every night.

· Ensure that your child eats a healthy breakfast (brain boosters) and stays away from heavy foods that may make him/her groggy or too hyper (brain blockers).

· Encourage your child to recheck their answers when they are done with the test to make sure they don’t make careless mistakes.

· Watch for “RED FLAG” words in the question, such as always, never, except, and usually. These words will give you clues to finding the right answer.

· Read every possible answer carefully—the best one could be last.

· Wear comfortable clothing.

Testing Diet

Brain Blockers

Processed foods, artificial sweeteners, soft drinks, chocolate, eggs, fried foods, junk food, pork, red meat, sugar, white flour containing products, foods containing preservatives or heavy spices

Brain Boosters

Fresh fruits and vegetables, whole wheat, milk, low-fat yogurt, beans, fish, seafood, and poultry

A healthy body leads to a healthy, active mind!

Test Stress!

· Study in advance for the test so you feel prepared.

· Tell yourself “I can do it!” while taking the test.

· Take deep breaths.

· Skim through the test before you begin. This will help you have a better understanding of what’s on the test so you can pace yourself.

· Do the easy questions first to build your confidence, then come back to the hard ones.

· Check over your answers to make sure you didn’t skip a question or make a careless error.