Randy Sauer has written a testing theme song called Rock This Test.
So has Dallas Thompson's 5th graders. Links are below for both songs.
I'm adding them to my bag of testing tricks.
So has Dallas Thompson's 5th graders. Links are below for both songs.
I'm adding them to my bag of testing tricks.
Standardized testing in my district will be in April. It's creeping up quickly.
I reinforce testing skills from week one of the school year though as part of my regular teaching.
Catchy rhymes and hints stick with my students when I use my Test Tip Posters.
Also, the week prior to testing I send home a healthy snack donation letter to parents so I can pass out brain friendly treats in between testing sessions.
On the first day of testing week I also give this Smart Cookie motivational note to each student
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I reinforce testing skills from week one of the school year though as part of my regular teaching.
Catchy rhymes and hints stick with my students when I use my Test Tip Posters.
Also, the week prior to testing I send home a healthy snack donation letter to parents so I can pass out brain friendly treats in between testing sessions.
On the first day of testing week I also give this Smart Cookie motivational note to each student
Another staple for test prep in my class is this "Grade the Teacher" activity.
It is so versatile and engaging and can be used for any subject. Students get to "grade" the teacher's work, which is purposely filled with errors for them to find. It's great for an exit ticket and error analysis. Plus, students don't even realize they are doing ALL the work by correcting and reteaching the teacher!
You might want to revisit an older post of mine with a cute read aloud idea:
The Biggest Test in the Universe
How do you prepare for standardized testing?
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