Students are taking the California Standards Test during April. This test covers all 4th Grade Math and Language Arts standards that are taught throughout the year. It is very helpful to practice and review before the test. You'll be amazed how helpful an Algebra or Place Value refresher will be. Make sure kids come to school on time every day during testing and get plenty of rest during testing week. Eat a healthy breakfast to help with focus and concentration. Do your best on the test!
Click on the following link to learn about STAR testing in California. Get test tips and advice and practice for the
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Language Arts Released Test Questions: http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/sr/documents/cstrtqela4.pdf
Mathematics Released Test Questions: http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/sr/documents/cstrtqmath4.pdf
Math Test Practice: http://www.eduplace.com/kids/hmcam/prep/prep_4.html
Test Taking Tips
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You already have a lot of knowledge stored in your memory. The problem is pulling out the correct information when you need it. Picture your brain like a giant filing cabinet full of file folders and the hard part is remembering the headings on the file folders.
1Know how to distinguish between the various types of problems. This is the hardest part. | 6 Do as many problems as you can until you feel comfortable with the material. | |
2 Most math texts have chapter tests at the end of each chapter. Try one problem from each section. Make a note of their differences. Write down the first step to each problem -- this is usually the hardest to remember. | 7 In the class a day or so BEFORE the test, ask the teacher to please point out any major similarities or differences among the various types of problems you will encounter on the test. | |
3 Go back to the section in the text where you are having difficulty. Follow the examples making sure you understand each step. This takes time. | 9 Math is a cumulative subject. You REALLY need to understand today's material to understand the material the next day. Ask questions immediately in class as soon as you don't understand anything. Don't just "let it go". | |
4 Reading a math book is not like reading a novel. It goes slowly. It may take you 20 minutes to go through one example problem. | ||
5 Don't leave preparing for a test to the last minute. Make sure you leave time to ask questions in class AFTER you have studied. |