Preparing for Tests: Points for Parents and Students
By Lydia Fothergill
December 16, 2005
Parents:
HELP YOUR CHILD DO WELL ON TESTS
1. Make sure your child gets a good night's sleep before every test.
2. Provide a light, healthy breakfast on test day.
3. Have your child dress comfortably and arrive at school on time.
4. Send you child off to school with confidence-building words of praise
and support: You'll do great! Believe in yourself! I love you!
5. Suggest that your child breathe deeply to relax before and during the test.
6. Remind your child to read directions carefully and look at all the answers before choosing one.
7. Tell your child to check his or her answers before turning in the test.
8. Do not schedule trips, dental or medical appointments, or early pickups for testing days.
Students:
5 WAYS TO GET READY FOR TESTING
1. Get a full night's sleep before the test.
2. Eat a good breakfast in the morning.
3. Bring the pencils and erasers you need.
5. Wear comfortable clothes.
5 WAYS TO DO WELL ON YOUR TESTS
1. Follow test directions carefully.
2. Read all of the answers before you choose one.
3. If you don't know an answer, make the best guess you can.
4. Fill in the test bubbles completely, or answer the question completely.
5. Stay relaxed-take some deep breaths.
