Preparing for a Test
(5 Jumping Jacks)
(5 Jumping Jacks)
True or False: You should come to school and start your test if you are sick.
False
True or False: You should circle key numbers and units, underline the question, box important words, and show your work.
True
True or False: Graphs, tables and charts do not give us any information to help solve problems.
False. Graphs, tables and charts provide a lot of information that you can use to answer questions.
If you start feeling anxious, name a strategy you can use.
Taking deep breaths, count to 10 or 20, small movements, skipping over and returning to questions later, positive self-talk/pep talk.
A healthy breakfast consists of...
Foods from MyPlate- fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy.
Name one strategy you can use the morning before testing to be successful.
Eat breakfast, dress comfortably, take a mindful moment for yourself, use positive self talk, stay hydrated, etc.
True or False: You should read all of the answer choices!
True
True or False: You should do all of your work in your head.
False. Do all of your work on paper!
Demonstrate the pretzel calming strategy.
Cross your arms and take three deep breaths.
What is one thing you can do during the test to be successful?
Read the directions, pace yourself, review your answers, take deep breaths, stretch at your seat, etc.
Name one key item you need during your test.
Pencil, paper
True or False: You should predict what the answer is BEFORE you read the choices.
True
On Math SOLs, what can you do if you don't know how to solve the problem?
Reread the question, look for key words, estimate, and just try your best!
Demostrate the squeezies calming strategy.
Squeeze up and down arms while deep breathing.
Provide an example of "Positive Self Talk".
I got this, I can do it!, I am smart, I am fearless
Name one thing you should do the night before the test.
Get at good nights sleep
True or False: You should eliminate any choices that you know are not the correct answer.
True
What should you do when it's time to read the directions?
Read the directions carefully, ask for an explanation of the directions, and put the directions into your own words (in your head).
Demostrate the dots calming strategy.
Press firmly on your hand in a circular motion.
If your classmate is really stressed and anxious about the test, what could you do to help?
Tell them to close their eyes and take deep breaths, do any calming strategy, and tell them they are smart and a hard worker!
What does the math strategy of CUBES stand for when working with word problems?
CIRCLE the numbers, Underline the question, BOX action words, ELIMINATE information not needed, SHOW your work