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Unbeatable practice for the latest SATS tests! This indispensable
KS2 Practice Paper Pack 4 contains two full sets of realistic Maths
SATS papers, plus a detailed answer book with full exam-style mark
scheme. What's more, this pack comes with a whole host of online
extras, including: * Pupil-Friendly Answers - Crystal-clear worked
answers, perfect for pupils marking their own work. * SATS Parents'
Guide - Everything parents need to know about the SATS. * Mini
Quizzes - Five mini Maths quizzes to print or view online. Perfect
as warm-up activities or extra practice. * Class Marking
Spreadsheet - Easy recording and analysis of pupils' test scores.
Just enter your pupils' names and marks and it'll highlight any
areas that need more work! * Whiteboard Editions - Digital versions
of the Practice Papers with worked answers already filled in! Ideal
for showing onscreen or on interactive whiteboards to talk through
with your class. Just use the unique code included in the pack to
gain access to all these free online goodies.
"Going to University is an exciting time but it can also feel scary
and overwhelming. This excellent guide helps demystify some of the
technicalities, so students can easily navigate the system...
Recommended reading for anyone keen to make the most of this
brilliant life opportunity."Lynda Brady, Pro Vice Chancellor
(Student Experience), Edge Hill University, UK. "... It is clear
the authors have considered the transition to university life from
a range of perspectives, not just an academic one, which is
particularly helpful for the challenges students face entering
higher education." Christie Pritchard, Student Learning Manager,
University of Plymouth, UK. "This book is a must read... There is
something in it for everyone who wants to start university, just
started or is already there." Nils Lenoch, Copenhagen Business
Academy, Denmark. "In this book Catherine O'Connor with Liz Thomas'
shares an honest and direct message about life as you begin
University and leave as a graduate... from this book you can learn
all the tips and tricks on how to manoeuvre University life for the
first time." Fiona Nashie, University of Westminster, UK. "The past
year or so has been a challenging time for students and teachers
alike. Many of the skills needed to survive university life have
gone unused for a multitude of students around the world. I believe
that this book will be very useful for students who could not
attend their first year on campus... The author highlights all the
essential skills that will be required to achieve a satisfying
experience at university. It has been very useful to me personally
in dealing with any anxiety, or apprehension, regarding starting
higher education due to the extended time away from social
interactions with various people that are crucial for personal, and
professional development." Sherdil Asif, Student, University of
Westminster, UK. Surviving your First Year at University is the
ideal companion for new and existing students who want to get the
most out of their university experience. Whether you are worried
about money, mental health, time management or organising your
course load this handy book is packed with advice on how to make
the most of your degree. O'Connor and Thomas share their wisdom on
topics including: *Understanding and navigating the university
system *Coping with social and cultural change *Overcoming the
challenges of living away from home *Creating opportunities for
personal growth *Using your degree as a platform for your career
aspirations *Special tips for International students *Maintaining
physical and mental well-being The book describes in detail how a
university works and what to expect in day-to-day life there. There
are practical tips on coping with academic demands, examinations,
money management, lifestyle and self-care. This text is an
invaluable toolkit for all students who want to succeed at
university. Catherine O'Connor is an Education Consultant and
Author, with 25 years' experience in the university sector at
Trinity College Dublin and Dublin City University, Ireland. She is
a regular contributor to the media and a subject expert on
transition to higher education, career development and the future
of work. Liz Thomas is a researcher and consultant in the field of
higher education with over twenty years' experience. Her research
focuses on getting into university, experience and success in
higher education, and progression to the labour market or further
study.
Build confidence and skills for the Unseen Poetry section of the
Grade 9-1 GCSE AQA English Literature exams with this superb Poetry
Guide! It includes a wide range of full poems, with warm-up
questions and exam-style comparison questions. There's also a
section of in-depth advice on how to analyse and compare poems in
the exam, including how to write top scoring answers and handy tips
for targeting Grades 8-9. Plus, we've given some sample answers to
Unseen Poetry questions, ready for students to mark themselves with
a sample mark scheme - ideal for helping them identify what's
required to achieve each grade. To top it all off, there's a whole
section of exam-style practice for realistic test preparation (with
all the answers included of course). To make sure students can
practise their poetry anywhere, this book comes with a free Online
Edition! Don't miss our GCSE English Literature AQA Unseen Poetry
Book 2 (9781782949268) for even more practice! Plus, we have the
AQA Power and Conflict (9781782943617) and Love and Relationships
(9781782943624) anthologies covered too.
Each book contains three complete sets of practice papers with full
worked solutions and hints and notes on the marks allocated
directly alongside the relevant steps of the solution, so your
students can make most sense of them and build their confidence.
Designed to survive the rigours of the classroom and home, all the
papers are bound into a durable book. Accessible write-in format
allows students to take an active role in their revision.
This booklet addresses Unit 2 (Mechanics) of the current CCEA GCSE
Further Mathematics specification, and is one of a set of 4
revision resources. * Valuable revision questions with answers. *
The questions are arranged into five distinct 'tests'. * NOT from
past papers; commissioned specifically for this booklet. * Similar
in style to the existing M1 to M8 revision booklets for GCSE
Mathematics. * Two of the booklets address the content of Pure
Mathematics, one covers Statistics and this one covers Mechanics.
Ideal for helping children build their skills ahead of the CEM 11+
test, this book contains a huge range of Verbal Reasoning and
Comprehension practice questions for children aged 7 to 8. The
first section is focused on specific topics to develop
understanding and confidence. This is followed by Assessment Tests
that help to improve speed and accuracy across a wide range of
questions. Fully explained answers to every question are included
in a pull-out section. What's more, a free Online Edition of the
whole book is included - just use the unique access code printed
inside the cover to access it on a PC, Mac or tablet!
The Key Stage 2 Maths series covers mathematical technique for
SATs, GL Assessment and CEM 11+ exams, CATs, the Northern Ireland
Transfer Test, Common Entrance and scholarship examinations for
independent schools, and all other styles of mathematical test.
This series of books is designed to be used in sequence from
Workbook 1 onwards. The workbook series is complemented by
testbooks that reinforce a child's mathematical technique and
knowledge. Answers, Progress Charts and a Certificate of
Achievement are included at the end of every book. All our
materials have been rigorously classroom tested. The methodologies
have been successfully used in AE Tuition classes for over 20
years.
If you want to really test your GCSE Combined Science knowledge,
try CGP's massive box of Revision Question Cards! There are over
180 cards in the pack, covering all the key Biology, Chemistry and
Physics topics from the Grade 9-1 AQA Trilogy course. Each card
starts off with quick questions to warm you up, followed by harder
questions to get your brain into top gear. Flip the card over and
you'll find full answers to each question, carefully written to
help you understand everything you need to know. Along the way,
we've packed in plenty of diagrams and expert revision tips, and
there are even questions on Working Scientifically and Practical
Skills. If you'd prefer we have AQA Combined Science Biology
(9781789080551), Chemistry (9781789080568) and Physics
(9781789080575) Cards in separate packs.
These CGP Revision Question Cards are a brilliant way to learn
Grade 9-1 Edexcel IGCSE Physics inside-out. There are 96 cards in
the pack, covering every key topic. Each one starts off with quick
questions to warm you up, followed by harder questions to get your
brain into top gear. Flip the card over and you'll find full
answers to each question, carefully written to help you understand
everything you need to know. Along the way, we've packed in plenty
of diagrams and expert revision tips, and there are even questions
on experimental skills. Amazing! You'll find matching study notes
for the whole course in CGP's Edexcel IGCSE Physics Revision Guide
(9781782946878). And of course, we have Revision Question Cards for
Edexcel IGCSE Biology (9781789083811) and Chemistry (9781789083798)
too.
There has been a lot of talk about "fake news" in the news lately.
Being able to spot the difference between credible and non-credible
sources is a vital 21st century skill to have. Learn the tricks and
traps of deception and the skills required to achieve information
literacy--and always get to the truth of the matter! Packed with
fun facts and detailed sidebars, this informational text explores
contemporary issues and high-interest, relevant subjects. Featuring
TIME content and images, this nonfiction book has important text
features such as a glossary, an index, and a table of contents to
engage students in reading as they build their comprehension,
vocabulary, and reading skills. The Reader's Guide and extended Try
It! activity increase understanding of the material, and develop
higher-order thinking. Check It Out! offers print and online
resources for additional reading. Keep students reading from cover
to cover with this captivating text!
The revision series for Pearson Edexcel GCSE History Designed for
hassle-free, independent study and priced to meet both your and
your students' budgets, this combined Revision Guide and Workbook
is the smart choice for those revising for Edexcel GCSE (9-1)
History and includes: A FREE online edition One-topic-per-page
format 'Now Try This' practice questions on topic pages Exam skills
pages including Worked examples with exemplar answers Exam-style
practice pages with practice questions in the style of the exams
Guided support and hints providing additional scaffolding, to help
avoid common pitfalls Full set of practice papers written to match
the specification exactly
Exam Board: WJEC / Eduqas Level: GCSE Subject: English Language
First teaching: September 2015 First exams: June 2017 Revise smart
and save! Designed for hassle-free classroom and independent study,
our Revision Guides include a FREE online edition and complement
the WJEC Eduqas GCSE (9-1) in English Language Student Books with a
range of features: One-topic-per-page format helps you revise more
quickly, without the hassle Exam-style worked examples match the
new specification and demonstrate good exam technique 'Now try
this' exam-style practice questions let you test your understanding
of a topic Spelling and Grammar support in dedicated skills page
and integrated throughout the book Putting it into practice pages
supporting the key skills needed for the new GCSE exams.
This superb Grade 9-1 GCSE English Literature Poetry Guide from CGP
covers the entire 'Power and Conflict' cluster from the AQA
Anthology of Poetry. The full text of every poem is included, with
clear, concise notes on the meaning, form, structure and language -
plus questions to help students develop their personal responses.
It's also very important to be able to compare the poems, so we've
included in-depth sections on the themes and poetic techniques
found in the cluster. There are practice questions and exam-style
questions at the end of each section, and the book is rounded off
with plenty of detailed exam advice - including the chance to
improve and mark sample answers using a realistic mark scheme.
Perfect for getting to grips with exactly what the examiners are
looking for!
Our Revision Workbooks help you develop vital skills throughout
your course in preparation for the exam with: One-to-one page match
with the Revision Guide so you can find the practice you need
quickly and easily Guided practice questions on every page
demonstrate good technique and build confidence Loads of practice
questions in the style of the new exams, with plenty of practice at
problem-solving and reasoning skills Hints and tips helps you avoid
common pitfalls Full set of practice papers written to match the
new specification exactly
Exam Board: SQA Level: N5/Higher Subject: English Need extra help
with English Poetry by Carol Ann Duffy? Revise National 5 and
Higher English in a snap with Leckie SNAP Revision! Revise and
review your understanding of themes, structure and poetic
techniques with this handy, exam-focused guide. First, different
poems are analysed using colour-coded sections that are
easy-to-read. Next, common themes and techniques are discussed so
you know exactly what to look for on the day of your SQA English
exam. Finally, put your knowledge to the test with plenty of exam
practice, followed by answers that allow you to check your
understanding. With lots of top tips included throughout, this SQA
English revision guide has all the tools you need to get a top
mark! Revise SQA English in a snap with Leckie SNAP Revision:
Poetry by Norman MacCaig (9780008306670) and Reading for
Understanding, Analysis and Evaluation (9780008306663).
This study guide is based on CAPS and covers the following 4 skills
required by the curriculum: Listening and Speaking, Reading and
Viewing, Writing and Presenting and Language Structures and
Conventions. It includes: Comprehensive Notes on each of these 4
skills, Exercises with Answers on each of the skills, Exam Papers
and Memos and an Audio CD of 18 listening activities. This compact
book is packed with concrete ‘how to’ pointers that are designed to
develop the skills required by Grade 10 learners in this subject. A
clear, well organised format with thought-provoking topics and
exercises result in a user-friendly study guide. Concise
explanations showing how to analyse reading texts and how to create
writing and speaking texts establish a firm foundation in this key
subject.
This chunky CGP Textbook contains thousands of practice questions
(with answers) comprehensively covering Higher Level Grade 9-1 GCSE
Maths and IGCSE Maths. For each topic, there are worked examples
that show students how to approach problems step-by-step, followed
by a huge number of questions that build up in difficulty as they
gain confidence. This book is also available as an Online Edition
for PC, Mac and tablets - see 9781782944584.
There's more to Grade 9-1 GCSE English Literature revision than
just reading through your study notes. If you really want to make
sure you know Shakespeare's Macbeth, you'll need to test yourself -
and that's where these CGP Revision Question Cards come in! There
are 63 cards in the pack covering the key characters, themes,
context, writer's techniques, plot and key events. There's also a
section of cards focussing on key quotes in the text - great for
helping to learn quotes in preparation for the exam. Each card
starts off with quick questions to warm you up, followed by harder
questions that require more thought, plus revision and exam tips.
Flip the card over and you'll find full answers to each question,
carefully written to help you understand everything you need to
know. Don't miss CGP's matching Macbeth Text Guide (9781841461168)
and Text Guide Workbook (9781782947776).
Fundamental mathematical skills are at the heart of 11 plus and
common entrance exams. Mathematical questions at 11 plus are
typically a combination of worded problems, requiring comprehension
and mathematical manipulation of data, and quick-fire numerical
questions, testing a child s raw mathematical ability. This
collection of tests is designed to expose a child to both types of
question. The questions provided within this book are intended to
develop the fundamental building blocks of mathematics to equip a
child with the skills required to sit the numerical reasoning
sections of the 11 plus and common entrance exams. The suggested
time for each paper is based on data obtained from conventional
classroom testing sessions. Students requiring publications that
address the numerical reasoning sections of 11 plus will also
benefit from the 11+ Essentials Numerical Reasoning Multi-part Book
1 and Book 2, and Numerical Reasoning Quick-fire Book 1 and 2.
These books contain practice papers that are representative of the
exams set by both independent and public schools and are best used
as real exam practice. Extensively road-tested by Eleven Plus
Exams, all 11+ Essentials tests are best used to benchmark a
child's performance. The online service helps to identify areas for
improvement and, crucially, to gauge relative progress. They are
perfect for use both in the classroom and at home.
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