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The ELA Common Core standards tests are right around the corner! Test prep can mean the difference between a student performing to their highest potential and a student earning an inaccurately low testing score. As a parent, you are in the best position to help your student prepare for the ELA Common Core standardized tests. […]

The NNAT® test is commonly given to children applying for entry in a Gifted and Talented or other advanced program. The NNAT test includes matrix reasoning questions made up of shapes and diagrams. The test is non-verbal, meaning that verbal skills aren’t necessary for the child to answer the question. The test is considered culturally […]

While the ELA Common Core test battery keeps its main focus on English language skills, other subjects are tested as well. One of these is history, and, if there is determined to be a significant difference between the two, social studies. Test prep is practically the norm these days; the number of standardized tests being […]

Many parents are looking for history practice questions for ELA Common Core Testing. Test preparation can be a stressful time for both students and parents. You want your child to do well on their upcoming ELA examination, but you don’t want to pressure them into testing anxiety. Thankfully, there’s no reason for test prep to […]

The CogAT ® test is a commonly given cognitive test that is often used to measure kids for their suitability for a Gifted and Talented program. Many school districts give the CogAT test early in the year and since the competition among parents is fierce to get their kids into a G&T program, the jockeying […]

Lately we’ve been hearing a lot about English Language Arts and math Common Core Standards. These are the super-tough state standards that are rolling out in schools across the country this fall. Today’s students are faced with more standardized testing than every before. Every month, it seems, another standardized test is announced. As a result, […]

If your child is taking the NYC Gifted and Talented test this year, it’s critical that they’re prepared. Taking practice tests for the NYC Gifted and Talented test is a great way to get your child ready for the test. Your child may get nervous and it’s a good idea to give them an idea […]

Today we’ll finish our list of back to school necessities! School is starting soon so make sure your child is ready! S. Study Island. This groundbreaking program helps prepare your child for Common Core and other testing in a variety of subjects, including math, language arts, science, and social studies. Naturally, it’s included in your […]

Many parents are already asking about the NYC Gifted and Talented test, given that school is starting across the country, and will be in session in NYC in just a few short weeks. The NYC Gifted and Talented test is a mix of questions from the Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test ® (NNAT ® Test) and […]

A few days ago, we began a list of back to school essentials, from A to Z. Today we continue that list, with great back to school tips for you and your child! L. Live events. There is nothing more valuable than meeting with a group of parents in your area so you can swap […]