These tips will help your child successfully handle the stress associated with standardized testing. Here are some great tips from northtexaskids.com on how you can help your child succeed on the STAAR test this year.

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    Sample Test

    Practice makes perfect! You can get sample test by clicking here.

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    Try Not To Make It A Big Deal

    Students get enough pressure from teachers and classmates about how important the STAAR test is. If you have the open conversation with your child about the stress that comes along with these test and point out that they take test all the time and just to treat it like any other day it could help your child avoid breaking under pressure.

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    Get Plenty Of Sleep

    A tired child cannot focus on the task at hand so make sure your student is well rested before the big day.

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    Suprise Them With A Special Note

    Just a simple encouraging sticky note in their lunch box that says "I love you" can do wonders.

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    Go To The Dollar Store

    Take your child to buy brand new colorful pencils and erasers to help get them excited for the test.

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    Make Sure They Get Plenty Of Play Time

    Studying 24/7 isn't good for anyone. Make sure the week of the test, your child has time to play and clear their mind and just be a kid.

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    Celebrate When The Testing Is Over

    Before the scores even come in celebrate their efforts and let them know trying their best is the most important thing.

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