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State Testing Preparation (Strategies, Activities, Review, and more!)
Help your students feel confident and prepared for state testing!As we approach testing season, I dedicate a few days to equipping my students with strategies, busting common test myths, and providing opportunities for reflection and review. My goal is always to help them feel calm, confident, and ready to do their best on their first state test — and this resource is a big part of that! What’s Included in this Google Slides Resource: ✅ A presentation on test-taking strategies ✅ K.W.L. (Know, W
8th - 10th
Algebra, Geometry, Math Test Prep
Systems of Equations | Choose the Best Method | Complete Google Slides Lesson
Teach students how to choose the most efficient method for solving systems of equations before they start solving.This no-prep Google Slides lesson builds strategy, not guesswork, using elimination, substitution, and graphing. Students often know how to solve systems — but not which method to choose. This Google Slides lesson explicitly teaches students how to analyze and select the most efficient solving method before jumping into the math. What’s Included18-slide Google Slides lesson (rea
7th - 10th
Algebra, Math Test Prep
CCSS
HSA-REI.C.5
, HSA-REI.C.6
I Notice, I Wonder Digital Activity
This activity encourages critical math thinking where students are not given prompts, and instead are provided pictures with a mathematical element (for example, a sheet of 4 unbaked cookies). Students then fill out "I Notice, I Wonder" charts for each image. There is a completed example as well for student reference. They are also asked to answer a "Do Now" question reflecting on an image that relates to the concept of "I Notice, I Wonder." Please note that this handout assumes the strategy has
6th - 9th
Applied Math, Math Test Prep
CUBES Math Stategy Anchor Chart and Slides
If you are looking for something to help students break apart a math word problem to better understand and solve, use the CUBE strategy! This file includes slides that show step by step how to use the CUBE strategy, a printable anchor chart and an example slide showing all the steps put together. Using this in my 4th grade class has helped my students think more critically about the math problem and breaking it down. This is excellent to use through out the year and to reinforce prior to state
2nd - 12th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math Test Prep
Ratios & Proportional Relationships DIGITAL Math Escape Room Review Activity
This standards-based, engaging digital escape room math review activity covers ratios and proportional relationships. Students will have fun solving ratio problems using tables at first, and then with no supports. They can setup and solve proportions, reason on the table multiplicatively or additively as long as they maintain the ratio, or with any other strategy you'd like to emphasize. This product is in my 7th Grade DIGITAL Escape Room BUNDLE. Perfect for Google Classroom and distance l
7th - 9th
Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
7.RP.A.1
, 7.RP.A.2b
, 7.RP.A.3
Math Intervention High School Syllabus & Middle School Template Editable
Math Intervention Syllabus | Editable Middle & High School TemplateLooking for a structured and engaging way to introduce your Math Intervention course? This editable Math Intervention Syllabus template is designed to help you start the year with confidence and clarity. With a clean, student-friendly layout and bold, colorful design, it’s perfect for middle and high school math support classes. ✏️ This resource includes: ✅ Two-page syllabus layout with a bright, modern design ✅ Fully editable t
2nd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
Test Taking Strategies Middle School High School | State Testing | Slides Poster
Tired of watching students rush through tests, miss clue words, and second-guess themselves even when they know the content? This middle school test-taking strategies resource gives you a clear, ready-to-teach system for helping students slow down, think more carefully, and approach tests with more confidence. Built around the TESTERS mnemonic, this resource gives students a simple process they can use on quizzes, benchmarks, state tests, and everyday classroom assessments. Instead of giving v
7th - 10th
ELA Test Prep, For All Subjects, Math Test Prep
How to Pass Any Multiple Choice Test: Strategies and Quiz Game
I use this lesson each year to prep students to take multiple choice tests, weather that is an EOG, State Final Exam, Classroom assessment, SAT, ACT, etc. These strategies are extremely useful and invites students to think about multiple choice tests in a new way. The lesson hinges around a quiz in a made up language so students cannot "know" the right answer but they can use other skills to infer the best responses. At the end of the quiz students can go over the questions and find out about th
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep
Never Ending Google Form, April Fools Day Fake Math Test Strategies Prank Trick
This Math Test Strategies Never Ending Google Form is the ultimate April Fools’ Day fake trick test your students will never forget! Designed as a hilarious digital prank, this engaging April Fools’ Day activity looks like a real math test focused on problem-solving and test-taking strategies—but it keeps students answering in circles. Throughout the form, students will encounter a mix of REAL math strategy questions and silly trick questions. They’ll think they’re reviewing important skills lik
3rd - 12th
Classroom Community, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
ACT and SAT Mega Bundle 2025: TWO Courses with Strategies, Practice, & Lessons!
This was created for both the new, Digital SAT and the "enhanced ACT"! This bundle includes TWO full courses: an SAT and ACT course. This is perfect for tutors or teachers seeking a no-prep, engaging solution for teaching students about both exams from start to finish. ACT Prep Course:Whether you teach in-person or online, this ACT Prep Course will help your students achieve their highest potential. Perfect for classroom instruction, small group tutoring, or individual study. Ensure your studen
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, Grammar, Math Test Prep
CCSS
HSA-APR.A.1
, HSA-APR.D.6
, HSF-IF.A.1
+11
Math Anchor Charts | 7th Grade Math Posters | Digital and Print
Do you want vibrant, informative visuals for your math classroom but are short on time? This is your one-stop resource for anchor charts and student interactive notebook pages! This resource is engaging, useful and organized to give your students everything they need to be successful. Grab your students' attention with relevant topics and vibrant colors! Share this resource in Google Classroom so that students can access the reference sheets whenever completing homework or classwork! Topic
6th - 9th
Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
7.G.A.1
, 7.G.A.2
, 7.G.A.3
+40
SAT & PSAT Math: Desmos Strategies Practice Worksheet
Master Desmos for the SAT and PSAT with our comprehensive worksheet. Practice inputting problems, learn to recognize Desmos-friendly questions, and explore advanced tactics to boost your score. A must-have for any student aiming to conquer their exams!
9th - 11th
Math, Math Test Prep
Also included in: Complete SAT/PSAT Math Mastery with Desmos: Slides + Worksheet Bundle
Sign Charts for Intervals TRASHKETBALL Math Game - No Prep Algebra 2 Review
Let’s score points with Trashketball!3 or more teams race to answer each question!!Trashketball is a No Prep Math game where students take shots to score points based on how quickly they answered the questions, but only if they are correct! The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. There are 20 questions and answers are included. This version is High School Math, Algebra 2, Polynomials and Polynomial Functions, Behavior of Polynomials, Sign Charts fo
10th - 11th
Algebra 2, Math Test Prep
Also included in: 19 TRASHKETBALL Math Games - Polynomials - Algebra 2 No Prep Review
SAT/ACT/Standardized Test Test-Taking Strategies Unit
Have you had trouble finding materials for test-taking strategies? This unit is part one of a class I created for SAT Prep, which will also apply directly to all math standardized tests. There are 14 lessons included, which includes a preparation day, two quizzes, and practices for the following test-taking skills and strategies: Plug and ChugWrite an EquationEliminate ChoicesDraw a Picture/DiagramMake a TableDefine All Words/Read CarefullyDraw a GraphUse DESMOS or Other Graphing/Statistics Ut
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Algebra 2, Geometry, Math Test Prep
3 Day ACT Level Up Week (Strategies Focus)
Help your students approach the ACT with confidence, strategy, and purpose! This 3-Day ACT Strategy Lesson Series is designed to give students practical, easy-to-apply tools that immediately improve test performance—without overwhelming them. Each lesson is structured to fit seamlessly into a 30-minute class period, making it perfect for test prep classes, intervention blocks, or quick bootcamp-style reviews. Students will learn and practice powerful, score-boosting strategies including: • Tru
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Reading Strategies
Professional Development Session: REMEDIATION STRATEGIES
This is a Google Slides presentation I created for a professional development session I presented at both the school and district levels. In this presentation I share SEVEN research-based, tried-and-true strategies for remediation as well as explain the difference between intervention and remediation with examples for it all! In addition to the Google Slides, included in this Google Drive folder is the PDF format. Both can work well for printing to use as a handout or sharing digitally with teac
4th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, For All Subjects, Math Test Prep
Sign Charts for Intervals VERY UNFAIR GAME - No Prep Algebra 2 Math Review
This game is VERY UNFAIR and the kids love it! The Very Unfair Game is a No Prep Algebra 2 review game where students earn points for answering correctly, but the points can be positive or negative, and can be assigned to your team or your opponents’ team! And to make it the VERY Unfair Game, if you get the answer wrong, then the opposing team gets to assign the points to any team they choose. The goal is to have the score the closest to zero at the end of the game. The game is playable with t
10th - 11th
Algebra 2, Math Test Prep
EFFORT Test Taking Strategies Presentation | 10 Google Slides | State Test Prep
Bro, lock in. It's test time! Boost your students’ test performance with the EFFORT Test Taking Strategies Presentation! This 10-slide Google Slides resource introduces the EFFORT acronym, covering six essential areas of test-taking success: E – Evaluate: Teach students to analyze questions carefully. F – Following Directions: Emphasize the importance of reading instructions. F – Focusing: Strategies to maintain attention during tests. O – Online Tools: Tips for using technology effectively o
4th - 10th
For All Subjects, Math Test Prep
Sign Charts for Intervals POKER FACE Math Game - No Prep Algebra 2 Review
Get the best Poker Hand to win with POKER FACE!POKER FACE is a No Prep Algebra 2 game where students get to draw a card from the deck for their poker hand when they answer questions correctly. Beware though, if you get the answer wrong, the other team gets to draw a card from your hand. The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is High School Math, Algebra 2, Polynomials and Polynomial Functions, B
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Math Test Prep
Also included in: 19 POKER FACE Math Games - Polynomials - Algebra 2 No Prep Review
8th Grade Math STAAR Formula Chart | 8th grade MATH EOG Review Test Prep
Struggling to find a clear, concise way to help your 8th-grade students master essential math formulas for the STAAR test? Here's 8th Grade STAAR Math Formula Reference Sheet for Test Prep Printable, your ultimate solution for streamlined and effective math instruction. This meticulously crafted resource is designed to save you precious time and significantly boost your students' confidence and performance as they prepare for their STAAR Math assessments. Imagine your students feeling more pre
7th - 9th
Graphing, Math Test Prep, Statistics
Math Problem Solving Strategies Jigsaw
This jigsaw is great introductory activity for a word problem solving unit. Students are placed into groups and assigned one strategy they are to become the 'teachers' of. Then, they teach each other through presentations, while I facilitate note taking by completing the same word problem using all strategies (see page 2 of the product). Students are encouraged to use the strategies learned and practice in this jigsaw activities throughout the year as we practice word problems in all our units.
5th - 12th
Math, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
Formulas of Circles Anchor Chart
The "Formula of Circles" Anchor Chart can be enlarged to poster size for displaying on your classroom walls and/or utilized as smaller individual reference sheets for students. The chart includes a visual of a circle with color-coded radius, diameter, and circumference as well as formulas for each, including area.
6th - 12th
Geometry, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
7.G.B.4
Algebra 1 Slides, Google Forms Quiz & Key- Bar Charts & Pie Charts
This Google Drive folder contains 3 items: 1. PDF Lesson Slides on Chapter 8 Lesson 5 - Bar Chars & Pie Charts: PDF files are versatile and useful because they look as intended as they retain the images and fonts. You can easily share PDF slides to Google Classroom, project them on your whiteboard, or easily upload them to Powerpoint (or Powerpoint and then Google Slides). Please note that the lesson slides PDF file is not editable (although you'll be able to add and delete slides in Powerpoint
8th - 10th
Algebra, Math Test Prep
CCSS
HSS-IC.B.3
, HSS-IC.B.4
Also included in: Entire Unit Bundle: Algebra 1 Chapter 8- Data Analysis & Probability
Algebra1 Regents Calculator Strategies
This activity reinforces 3 calculator-focused test taking strategies. Problems are adapted from a 2020 CCSS NYS Algebra 1 Regents Exams. Students are introduced to the strategy and see problems where the strategy fits. Then, they have the opportunity to practice using the strategies on new problems. This is a great test-prep activity for an Algebra 1 class. A version translated to Spanish is included in the document.
8th - 10th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
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