<p>Hi guys,
I'm currently an 8th grader heading into 9th grade. I was just recently introduced into the idea of me going to a boarding school so I don't know much about how to study for the SSAT's. A lot of my friends have told me about using the Princeton Review and Barron's books but I was wondering if there were any more recommendations or tips on how to study for it.</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>Hi, welcome to CC</p>
<p>Are you planning on repeating 9 or applying for grade 10? In either case you would be taking the SSAT next fall. </p>
<p>You might find something around here if you search under SSAT prep, there is a lot of info on the boards here, it just takes some poking around.</p>
<p>Take a practice timed SSAT and see how your score turns out. Practicing questions in the areas of weakness helps. Any of the books will help. </p>
<p>Some depends on your school. Some pre-prep schools focus on SSAT vocabulary and analogies. If you go to a public school, those areas may need some attention. </p>
<p>Some students spend a lot of time on preparing for the test, depends on your baseline score and what schools you are interested in.</p>
<p>There are many threads on this already, but you’re new, so I’ll help you out anyway. </p>
<p>Books & Websites: Use books, like the Princeton Review, to review. I’d recommend first taking a timed, real practice test to get a sense of strengths and weaknesses. You can then use those results to figure out where you need to focus your time on. Do a little bit each week or day so it doesn’t suddenly pile up. Websites are a great tool for extra tips and tricks. The SSAT website has some handy tools.</p>
<p>Practice: Practice makes perfect. Practice with vocabulary flashcards for verbal sections. Have a parent make up questions corresponding to a news article for reading comprehension. Know how to write a fluid, clear essay in just under an hour. Find math problems, focusing on pre-algebra and down with the occasional algebra or geometry, to practice. </p>
<p>Actual Testing: Get a good night’s sleep for a few nights before the test. On the morning of, wake up early enough to have a large, healthful breakfast and pack a yummy, clean, and quick snack to eat. Bring along tissues, a water bottle, and any other papers you need for registration. Get there a few minutes early, relax, and have fun!</p>
<p>I think doing a lot of practice tests is the key. </p>
<p>Get the official SSAT Guide for real practice tests. You can also download a free practice test from Ivy Global. Kaplan/PR are probably the two most used practice books. If you want to do more extensive studying, your best bet is the 3 books - English, Math and Practice - from Ivy Global. </p>