My goal is to get a 28+ on the ACT. What books would you guys recommend me using to study from? I currently own a Barrons book with 6 practice tests included, but would like to explore other books.
Make sure you are using the practice tests in the [Real ACT Guide(the red book)](http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0768934400/atc06202-20).
The best way to study for the ACT is to practice with REAL ACT tests. The 3rd edition of the Real ACT Book (Red Book) has 5 tests to get you started. They are old, but you will get a feel for most of the concepts.
TIME each practice session to simulate the real test.
English 75 questions in 45 min.
Math 60 questions in 60 min.
Reading 40 questions in 35 min.
Science 40 questions in 35 min
Score your test, and then review only what you got WRONG after each practice session.
I suggest the following schedule:
Take 1 section each week night/with review for 4 nights/week.
Twice per month on a Saturday or Sunday take a full ACT test/with review.
Track your progress!
Here is a detailed sample schedule to get started, modify it to meet your needs:
Mon: English section with review
Tues: Math section with review
Wed:. Reading Section with review
Thu. Off
Fri: Science Section with review
Sat: FULL ACT with review
Sun: Off
Barron’s rocks, go to actstudent.org and do their free questions with explanations if you get it wrong - super helpful and great.
good luck!!!
Honestly I feel like the red book is plenty! I found that practicing with real act questions was what helped prepare me the most. Good luck!