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This year we are heading in to our final year of primary school. I don't feel ready for secondary school open days, applications and years 6 SATS as it's all come round so quickly. However I do want to prepare little J as much as possible and we have ordered a selection of books and revision cards that will be perfect for preparing for his KS2 SATS.
Preparing For KS2 SATS
KS2 SATs are so important and a huge part of year 6 in primary school. Having resources at home can really help boost your child's knowledge and also confidence. Sitting down to take a test can be a daunting experience so practising at home can help them get used to the format and also the time limit.
Here are a few of the resources we will be using this year.
New KS2 Complete SATS Practice Papers Pack 1: Science, Maths & English
The KS2 Mixed Practice Paper Pack contains 6 full sets of realistic tests - two Maths SATS papers, and two English SATS papers, plus two Science papers. When I did exams I always found test papers were the best revision for me. I found it really hard to revise by reading. I would get fed up. I'm hoping these papers will help little J put in to practice everything that he's learnt at school.
I also like that this pack has a Parents' Guide included. Everything parents need to know about the SATS. It's a great guide that answered a few of my questions.
KS2 English SATS Revision Book - Ages 10-11
This KS2 English Revision Book contains everything pupils need to know for the tough SATS tests in Year 6. It's filled to the brim with clear, concise study notes and examples on every topic, plus practice questions at the end of each section to cement what pupils have learnt.
English is the subject Little J struggles with the most. They say you are either good at English or Maths and he is definitely our little maths whizz, so English is the subject he will need to revise for the most.
KS2 English SATS Revision Question Cards: Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling
These KS2 Question Cards are the perfect way to test pupils on their Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar knowledge. This pack contains over 60 cards of fun, informal questions and helpful tips - ideal for honing those all-important KS2 SPaG skills. Challenge sections throughout the pack stretch pupils and deepen their understanding of grammar. Answers can be found on the backs of the cards.
I think flash cards are perfect and a great way to revise without staring at books. They are quick and portable and we can use them on car journeys when we are out and about.
KS2 English SAT Buster 10-Minute Tests: Reading - Book 1
This book of SAT Buster 10-Minute tests is fantastic for splitting KS2 English SATS preparation into bite-sized chunks. Little J's attention span isn't great so I'm hoping that 10 minute sessions might help him take in more than he would if we made him sit for 1 hour at a time.
Each set of quick tests includes reading questions in the style of the real SATS, with texts that progress in difficulty throughout each set. The tests are broken up with fun puzzle pages, so pupils can practise their English skills in other contexts. Answers are included, along with a handy progress chart to help work out which level children are working at.
KS2 English SAT Buster 10-Minute Tests: Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling - Book 1
Bursting with bite-sized practice tests, this book is a brilliant way to split SATS preparation into manageable chunks. Each set of quick tests covers grammar, punctuation and spelling with questions in the style of the real SATS including audio tests for spelling (you can either read these out from the pull-out transcripts or access free online audio files on the CGP website). Answers are included, along with a handy progress chart to help work out which level children are working at.
Again the 10 minute tests will be perfect for little J as I know he wont sit for much longer than that at a time and as they are so short he can manage his progress quicker.
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