Test Taking Skills
If you are nervous during a test, take slow, deep __________ to stay calm
breathe
If you work for 20 minutes, it is good to take a 5-minute _____.
break
Name something that helps you keep your homework and classwork organized
folders
binder
planner
True or False: Mistakes can be good.
True!!! Mistakes are learning opportunities :)
Name two good self management skills at school
listening
raising your hand
not speaking while the teacher is speaking
sitting in your seat quietly while learning
keeping your desk clean
keeping your hands to yourself
Always read these carefully before starting the test.
Directions
You can use this type of marker when studying to make sure you remember imporant information
highlighter
What should you do when you are done with your homework?
put it in your homework folder/backpack
When you don't understand directions, you should ask the teacher to ____ them.
repeat or explain
name three calming skills you can use when you're not feeling great
breathing
silent coloring
stretching
listening to music
taking a walk
go to your happy place
If you get stuck on a question, you can
skip it and come back later
raise your hand and ask for help
How many hours of sleep should you get the night before a test?
8-10 hours
You can use this to remember any important tests or events you have going on during the month
calendar
What is something positive you can say to yourself for the future if you get something wrong on a classwork assignment?
"I will do better next time"
"I can try again"
"It's ok to make mistakes because I will learn"
If I'm playing a board game with a friend and I win the game, what should I say to my friend who has lost?
Tell them good game, shake their hand or give them a high five
After you are done with your test, before handing it in you should...
check it, go over answers, make sure all questions are answered
Describe the perfect place/environment best for studying?
quiet, comfortable, organized, little distractions
I have a hard time staying on track before school. I could make a ______________ as a reminder of what I need to do in the morning.
to do list or schedule
"Muliplying is so hard. I will never be good at it!"
How can you say this in a more positive way?
"Multipying is hard for me. But I will keep practicing."
"I don't get multiplying yet. But I will understand it soon."
any other positive sentence!!!
Name three characteristics of a good friend
honest
kind
fun
caring
respectful