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The Cognitive Abilities Test® (commonly known as the CogAT® test) is suitable for all students, regardless of ability or grade level. Different versions of the test are applicable to different grades, of course. The CogAT® test is actually a tool by which parents and teachers can teachers can better decide what kind of educational environment […]

The Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test™ 2 is unique in the way it scores intelligence. Instead of more traditional methods, which have their disadvantages, the Kaufman™ exam tests both fluid and crystallized intelligence. Scoring both of these aspects gives a much more accurate picture of a test-taker’s mental capabilities. It also helps in determining the needs […]

If your child is facing an upcoming OLSAT level D examination, you may be anxious about their performance. This is especially true if they have never taken an OLSAT before. Thankfully, there are many ways you can help them prepare, from simple at-home study to fully customized packages for each level of the test. Read […]

The Stanford-Binet® test, also known as the SB® 5, is a modern assessment of intelligence which has a rich history of development and revisions. It is currently known as the SB® 5 because of the various revisions it has gone through, although currently making it one of the most widely used indicators of giftedness or […]

The Bracken™ exam is commonly used as an IQ test for kids. It has many uses and purposes. Some of which are as follow: Serves as an avenue for improvement for the child to attain optimal learning in the areas that needs further mastery Helps both parent and teacher better deal and adjust with the […]

Compared to other intelligence tests which involve many pages of questions and many hours of testing, the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test™-2 is a refreshingly simple method of determining intelligence. While not a replacement for longer tests, the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test™-2 serves as a wonderful complement to more tedious testing. It can also provide a […]

OLSAT® Level C is administered to grade-two students. OLSAT® Level C is a multiple choice type of exam that measures your child’s verbal, nonverbal and reasoning abilities. The scores for each section are combined to form the School Ability Index score. As a parent, you should know that OLSAT® Level C tests focuses on the […]

The SB® 5 test is given by a psychologist or highly trained administrator with experience in intelligence testing. Because the test is specialized and requires specific knowledge in interpreting the results, administrators usually go through training in order to administer the exam. They also have the capacity to make recommendations on education and career based […]

Karen Quinn, the Testing Mom, will discuss fun activities you can do with your child this summer to keep their mind active and alert and avoid the dreaded “summer slide”. Karen has also invited Penny Bauder who is founder of Green Kids Crafts (http://www.greenkidcrafts.com) She’ll tell you about craft projects you can do with your […]

by Anna Li I don’t know how the rest of the New York City parents feel who applied for the public school’s Gifted and Talented program, but I am still reeling from last week when the G & T placements came in.  Although we had nothing but fortunate options, I cannot shake the mental and […]