Test Taking Skills
Always read these carefully before starting the test.
Directions
If you work for 20 minutes, it is good to do this to rest your brain
take a 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 :)
What is Prioritization?
deciding which things are the most important so you can do them first.
What is a Must, Should or Want.
If you are nervous during a test, take slow, deep __________ to stay calm
breathes
You can use this type of marker when studying to make sure you remember imporant information
highlighter
When you finish your homework, you should put it here immediately.
homework folder/backpack
When you don't understand directions, you should ask the teacher to ____ them.
re-read, repeat or explain
What is the superpower that lets you understand and share how someone else is feeling, kind of like imagining yourself in their shoes to feel what they might be feeling?
Empathy
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 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"
What is the practice of writing down your thoughts, feelings, experiences, and reflections
journaling
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."
What are three self-management strategies you can use when your not feeling great
(hint:big poster boards)
1. talk to someone
2. do an activity you like
3. go to a place you feel safe
4. be positive with yourself
5. watch a tv show/movie, listen to your favorite song