We are continuing our walkthrough series this week with a look at one of the favorite games of teachers and homeschoolers - - the Vocabulary Quiz.  While normally the name “quiz” does not bring us warm fuzzy feelings, this particular quiz will have your students singing your praises!
The Quiz is a simple question and […]

Do you remember the feeling that used to come over you when your teacher would announce a “pop quiz”? Beads of sweat would come pouring down your face as the papers were handed out, and your hands would shake so much you could hardly hold the pencil straight. A quiz was something to be […]

Every standardized test that involves vocabulary has some form of “fill in the blank” style question.  In other words, here is a sentence with a word missing; you choose from the following word options to complete the sentence.
It’s a very basic way to check a student’s word comprehension using sentence context.  Showing that a student […]

If you already use SpellingCity as a tool with your students or children, then I’m preaching to the choir, but if you don’t…you should definitely check it out!
SpellingCity is a free spelling practice program online that lets you input your own lists, or use ones already on the site.  Then students can practice their […]

Prospective graduate applicants often spend months preparing for the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE).  This preparation can include studying sample questions from the exam, taking classes to improve knowledge in weak areas, and reading books specifically designed to help you get ready for the test.  It also means brushing up on subjects such as algebra, geometry […]