Stress Free Test Taking: Tips for Parents from Parents

Tips from the #KaplanKids Twitter Party on how to help kids feel more confident and less stressed about test-taking:

“How do you help your kids calm test-day jitters?”

• @JanetandMaya: Stay calm myself.
• @tdahaam: talking through any nerves to calm her down help a lot!
• @assia00: Making sure they get enough sleep the night before, have a healthy hearty breakfast and get to school on time.
• @lanieekat: a good nights rest and eating regular meals is so important
• @nikkialeta: make sure the kids know whats upcoming, better prep makes a difference!
• @paulakap8: I practice alot with them spelling words etc
• @cookiesANDclogs: Pretests and review help a lot as well
• @JanetandMaya: Practice taking tests so its “just one more” test.
• @JoeyfromSC: I’d always tell them to take their time on tests, and to go back over if they finish early!!
• @cookiesANDclogs: Just to try their best and not frustrated - finish with a big hug
• @JanetandMaya: Make a test seem fun - like a game.
• @honeyrose80: I pack a little you can do it note and a cute sticker in their backpacks.
• @nikkialeta: maybe a sweet treat in thier lunchbag
• @ConnieFoggles: Teach positive self talk

What’s the best advice you’ve gotten on how to help calm your kids’ nerves before a test or quiz?