Transcript Fifth Grade Math TAKS

3rd Grade Math & Reading
STAAR
TEST FORMAT: Math
• Test includes booklet and a
separate answer document.
• Most questions are multiple-choice
with four answer choices.
• Limited number of open-ended
griddable items on test.
• Use mathematics chart attached to
test (we practice using them in
class).
Some vocabulary to review…
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Approximately
Denominator
Factor(s)
Estimation
Represent
Equation
Expression
Difference
Sum
Product
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Number sentence
Numerator
Relationship
Quotient
Array
Quadrilateral
Symmetry
Congruent
Perpendicular
Parallel
Skills Tested:
• Numbers and Operations
• Patterns, Relationships, and
Algebraic Reasoning
• Geometry
• Measurement
• Probability and Statistics
• Problem Solving embedded in all
categories.
STAAR Math test
is……
Tuesday,
rd
April 23
What can you do at home?
• Check and Review homework with
your child.
• Identify math in everyday situations
and discuss with your child.
• Encourage the use of strategies on
all math assignments.
• Practice basic facts – Subtraction
and Multiplication, especially.
TEST FORMAT: Reading
• Test includes booklet and a
separate answer document.
• Questions are multiple-choice with
four answer choices.
• Passages with questions
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included
summary
article
headings
bold or boldfaced
main idea
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explain
evidence
provide
visualize
section
purpose
Skills Tested:
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STAAR Reading test
is……
Wednesday,
th
April 24
What can you do at home?
• Make sure your child is reading
daily and recording in his/her
reading log
• Check and Review homework with
your child.
• Frequently check in with your child
to make sure they are reading justright books.
• Deeper thinking discussions about
their book – What if…
STAAR Test Tips
• Get plenty of sleep the night
before.
• Eat a healthy breakfast.
• Arrive on time the day of test.
• Have a stress-free morning.
• Encourage your child to do their
best.