Week Three "Ten Minute Truth"

Kindergarten Parents:
A recent article written by Ellen H. Parlapiano reveals our truth for this week. She discusses what teachers expect from their incoming kindergarten students. One of her five listed expectations includes that children have basic number and letter recognition. Parlapiano states: "Kindergarten teachers believe that it is their responsibility to teach kids letter sounds and how to write, but they do hope incoming students can recognize most letters by sight." Straight from the teacher's mouth- start early to ensure your child is up to speed with their alphabet. This week, review the Alphabet Word Box Games in the workbook with your child.

Parents with children in 1st-8th grades:
Our truth this week is somewhat piggy-backing on last week's, yet this time it's more about what your child can do for themselves, rather than what you can do to help them prepare for testing. The truth of the matter is, you're not going to be around to assist them in their academic ventures forever- they need to learn to take initiative on their own. Part of their responsibility will be ensuring they understand the practice questions they will encounter on the EOG. To re-familiarize themselves with the types of questions that will be asked, ask them to complete the following practice test sections:

1. Multiple Choice Practice Questions
2. Fill in the Blank Practice Questions
3. Oral Practice Questions
4. Short Answer Practice Questions
5. Choose a Picture Practice Questions