Test Taking Strategies for Kids

Get a good night's sleep before a test.

Skip the directions. They are not important!

Ask your teacher for help if you do not understand the DIRECTIONS.

You don't need scratch paper when answering math problems.

If you feel stressed, close your eyes and take 3 deep breaths.

Tell yourself, "I am doing the best I can, and my best is awesome!"

Read the questions before you read the passage.

Read ALL the answer choices carefully.

When you have finished, give yourself a pat on the back for a job well done!

Eat candy for breakfast on a day of a test.

When you are finished, double-check your work.

Try to be the first person in your class to finish the test.

If you do not know an answer, leave it blank and don't answer it.