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Gifted and talented (G & T) status is something that all parents wish for their kids and indeed many children do gain admittance each year to G & T programs through taking the NNAT test. However, as more and more parents become interested in helping their children get that coveted place among the G & […]

There is something about mathematics that makes students shy away from the subject, but interactive math sites can help! This is probably because of the impression that math is hard and less interesting compared with other subjects taught in class. As parents, you can actually make your kids love numbers by introducing them to activities that […]

The ELA Common Core tests are designed to ensure that graduating high school seniors have all the knowledge and skills necessary to not only get by but thrive in higher education and the workforce. They aim to accomplish this goal by administering a battery of age appropriate tests on an annual basis. These tests assess […]

We’ve talked before about a familiar phenomenon: the lying child. Today we tackle the question: Can parents tell if their children are lying? The answer is, some of the time. Sometimes parents can tell because children’s lies aren’t very good. Sometimes it’s obvious if you ask the child, “Did you eat that chocolate chip cookie?” […]

There are several version of the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) currently used by schools throughout the nation as IQ assessment tests. The CogAT form 6 is just one of the versions of the Cognitive Abilities Test that is currently used. The CogAT form 6 is usually given to children between the ages of five and […]

Many parents are asking, what is the STAAR test? The Texas test is replacing the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS). Texas Education Agency used to administer the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills or TAKS to assess the progress in academic performance of students. Later on, the agency realized the need for a […]

One of our favorite outings with our daughter is a trip to the museum. Choosing museums for kids can be a tricky endeavor. When our daughter was in preschool and kindergarten, we took her to children’s museums that focused on reinforcing concepts that she was learning in school.  Since then we have graduated from special […]

In the world of standardized testing, the STAR test has been around for many years. It was initiated in 1998 to replace a testing battery which had been in use for nearly thirty years. Here, we’ll review the test itself, what it entails and why it’s being replaced. What it Is STAR stands for Standardized […]

The State Standards Initiative Common Core test battery is relatively new in the world of standardized tests, but quickly being accepted by states across the US. As with any standardized test, preparation is key. Here we’ll review the goals of the Common Core and some ideas on helping your child prepare for testing day. What […]

Free ISEE practice questions help your child prepare There’s no better or cheaper way of preparing for the Independent School Entrance Examination than using some free ISEE practice questions for review. You can just imagine how much you’ll save using these ISEE practice test for free compared to enrolling in a review class conducted by […]