<p>Hey guys, I'm currently a junior in HS and if I could have some opinions on SAT preparation, that would be great. I'll be taking the SAT's for the first time in the spring, but I have not started preparing. When is a good time to start preparing, and how long before the test did you prepare? I do not read that much, only English books and Bailey because I am pressed for time. However, I do read Newsweek and keep a word journal, which is writing down every vocab word I'm not familiar with, and looking up the definition. Should I start getting back in the habit of reading? Also, should I buy any books, and if so, how many and specifically which kind? Any help is appreciated...</p>
<p>I'm currently a Sophomore in HS and I'm preparing for the SATs like crazy next year...I'm just a little ahead...</p>
<p>Reading is not a bad thing. Read when you're bored or whenever since it's great habit. If your serious for preparing I suggest starting out with the Blue Book.</p>
<p>After that: Know you're strengths and weaknesses.
Buy books that will help your knowledge more equal with your strengths while you raise them both(I hope that made enought sense :rolleyes: )</p>
<p>Seems like you're doing what you're supposed to with vocabulary. Keep it up :D</p>
<p>any more suggestions???</p>
<p>Before doing anything take a full length practice test and find out what is ur current standing. Tell ur score (if u take timed test that'd be awesome) and then only would I say how should u prep for SAT.
BOL! (best of luck lol!)</p>
<p>where can i find these practice tests? in a collegeboard sat prep book or another book?</p>
<p>you can find practice tests in pretty much any SAT book except maybe those that specialize in one section of the test. There are different companies that make these books: Collegeboard, Princeton Review, Kaplan, Barrons, McGraw Hill... etc. I personally like collegeboard and princeton review. Lots of ppl say Barrons is harder than the actual test which might be good but i dunno... collegeboard has a free practice test you can print out after you sign up (which is free too) :D Your counselor should also have like... a SAT prep booklet thing by collegeboard you can get. hope that helps.</p>
<p>You can get a free SAT test if you've taken the PSAT and gotten your results back. There is a code on the sheet with your scores on it! =D I haven't gotten a chance to print it out but I know there is one because I've seen it. All you need to do is register for an account and enter the code provided.</p>