Author: Test Master Test Master Press New York
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781503216716
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Updated and Expanded for the 2014 Standards and the 2014-2015 State Tests! This practice test book is the perfect preparation tool for the New York Common Core English Language Arts tests. It will develop all the skills that students need and provide ongoing practice with all the tasks found on the real state test. Prepares Students for the New York Common Core ELA Test - Includes practice for all the tasks students will complete on the Common Core ELA Test - Covers all the skills assessed on the real test - Flexible format allows practice sets to be completed to suit any schedule - Helps students transition to the more rigorous Common Core tests - Format allows for review after each set to provide feedback and promote improvement Developed Specifically to Match the 2014-2015 New York Common Core Tests - Covers all the Common Core skills assessed on the real tests - Includes literary texts, informational texts, and paired texts - Provides practice with multiple-choice, short-response, and extended-response questions - More rigorous questions prepare students for the higher difficulty of the new tests - Strong focus on key Common Core features including close reading, using evidence from text, and analyzing and evaluating texts - Full answer key lists the Common Core Learning Standard (CCLS) for each question Key Benefits of this Book - Builds confidence by helping students prepare before taking the real test - Develops all the language, reading, and writing skills that students need - Provides experience answering all types of questions - Reduces test anxiety by allowing low-stress practice - More rigorous tasks prepare students for the new assessments - Detailed answer key allows for student work to be reviewed and improved on
New York Test Prep Common Core Ela Practice Workbook Grade 3
Author: Test Master Test Master Press New York
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781503216716
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Updated and Expanded for the 2014 Standards and the 2014-2015 State Tests! This practice test book is the perfect preparation tool for the New York Common Core English Language Arts tests. It will develop all the skills that students need and provide ongoing practice with all the tasks found on the real state test. Prepares Students for the New York Common Core ELA Test - Includes practice for all the tasks students will complete on the Common Core ELA Test - Covers all the skills assessed on the real test - Flexible format allows practice sets to be completed to suit any schedule - Helps students transition to the more rigorous Common Core tests - Format allows for review after each set to provide feedback and promote improvement Developed Specifically to Match the 2014-2015 New York Common Core Tests - Covers all the Common Core skills assessed on the real tests - Includes literary texts, informational texts, and paired texts - Provides practice with multiple-choice, short-response, and extended-response questions - More rigorous questions prepare students for the higher difficulty of the new tests - Strong focus on key Common Core features including close reading, using evidence from text, and analyzing and evaluating texts - Full answer key lists the Common Core Learning Standard (CCLS) for each question Key Benefits of this Book - Builds confidence by helping students prepare before taking the real test - Develops all the language, reading, and writing skills that students need - Provides experience answering all types of questions - Reduces test anxiety by allowing low-stress practice - More rigorous tasks prepare students for the new assessments - Detailed answer key allows for student work to be reviewed and improved on
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781503216716
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Updated and Expanded for the 2014 Standards and the 2014-2015 State Tests! This practice test book is the perfect preparation tool for the New York Common Core English Language Arts tests. It will develop all the skills that students need and provide ongoing practice with all the tasks found on the real state test. Prepares Students for the New York Common Core ELA Test - Includes practice for all the tasks students will complete on the Common Core ELA Test - Covers all the skills assessed on the real test - Flexible format allows practice sets to be completed to suit any schedule - Helps students transition to the more rigorous Common Core tests - Format allows for review after each set to provide feedback and promote improvement Developed Specifically to Match the 2014-2015 New York Common Core Tests - Covers all the Common Core skills assessed on the real tests - Includes literary texts, informational texts, and paired texts - Provides practice with multiple-choice, short-response, and extended-response questions - More rigorous questions prepare students for the higher difficulty of the new tests - Strong focus on key Common Core features including close reading, using evidence from text, and analyzing and evaluating texts - Full answer key lists the Common Core Learning Standard (CCLS) for each question Key Benefits of this Book - Builds confidence by helping students prepare before taking the real test - Develops all the language, reading, and writing skills that students need - Provides experience answering all types of questions - Reduces test anxiety by allowing low-stress practice - More rigorous tasks prepare students for the new assessments - Detailed answer key allows for student work to be reviewed and improved on
New York State Grade 4 Ela Test Prep
Author: New York State ELA Test Prep Team
Publisher: New York State ELA Test Prep Team
ISBN: 9781948255158
Category : Examinations
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
The objective of our New York State Test Prep Book for fourth grade ELA is to provide students, educators, and parents with practice materials focused on the core skills needed to help students succeed on the NY State ELA grade 4 assessment in 2017-18. A student will fare better on a test when s/he has practiced and mastered the skills measured by the assessment. A student also excels when s/he is familiar with the format and structure of the test. This book helps students do both. Students can use this workbook to review key material and practice with skill-building exercises tethered to New York's Next Generation Learning Standards. They can also take ELA practice tests that reflect the rigor and format of the official New York assessments. Students will become accustomed to how test content is presented, which will enhance their test-taking skills. By test day, students will feel confident and prepared to do their best on this challenging English Language Arts exam. ELA Test Grade 4 New York - NY State Test In New York, fourth grade students are required to take the NY State English Language Arts test. The end-of year ELA assessment determines if students have mastered fourth grade English Language Arts standards set by the NYS Department of Education, and ensures that a student is getting ready for fifth grade. Preparation for these State assessments is essential. This workbook focuses on the core skills needed to help children prepare for and succeed on NY State tests, and will give students practice in the format & content of the types of ELA problems they will face on the official test (including multiple choice, short response and extended response questions). What You Get When You Purchase this NY State Test Prep Grade 4 ELA Book Skill building exercises organized by standard to help students learn & review concepts in the order that they will be presented in the classroom. These worksheets also help identify weaknesses that need to be addressed to excel on the exam. We include a variety of question types to help build skills in answering questions in multiple formats, so students don't get tripped up by unfamiliar questions on test day. Two NY State Practice Tests Our ELA practice tests are based on the official NY State English Language Arts assessments. They include similar question types and the same rigorous content found on State tests. Answer keys with detailed explanations to help students not make the same mistake twice. If a student is having difficulty in one area, encourage the student to practice that specific set of skills in the relevant worksheet. Test prep tips so students approach the test strategically & with confidence. Test Prep Books New York Our 4th grade workbooks and test prep books are written by seasoned educators who have familiarity with New York's state assessments and curriculum. Our educational workbooks are used by teachers and tutors throughout New York. The New York State Department of Education (NYSED) is not affiliated with Origins Publications and has not endorsed the contents of this book.
Publisher: New York State ELA Test Prep Team
ISBN: 9781948255158
Category : Examinations
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
The objective of our New York State Test Prep Book for fourth grade ELA is to provide students, educators, and parents with practice materials focused on the core skills needed to help students succeed on the NY State ELA grade 4 assessment in 2017-18. A student will fare better on a test when s/he has practiced and mastered the skills measured by the assessment. A student also excels when s/he is familiar with the format and structure of the test. This book helps students do both. Students can use this workbook to review key material and practice with skill-building exercises tethered to New York's Next Generation Learning Standards. They can also take ELA practice tests that reflect the rigor and format of the official New York assessments. Students will become accustomed to how test content is presented, which will enhance their test-taking skills. By test day, students will feel confident and prepared to do their best on this challenging English Language Arts exam. ELA Test Grade 4 New York - NY State Test In New York, fourth grade students are required to take the NY State English Language Arts test. The end-of year ELA assessment determines if students have mastered fourth grade English Language Arts standards set by the NYS Department of Education, and ensures that a student is getting ready for fifth grade. Preparation for these State assessments is essential. This workbook focuses on the core skills needed to help children prepare for and succeed on NY State tests, and will give students practice in the format & content of the types of ELA problems they will face on the official test (including multiple choice, short response and extended response questions). What You Get When You Purchase this NY State Test Prep Grade 4 ELA Book Skill building exercises organized by standard to help students learn & review concepts in the order that they will be presented in the classroom. These worksheets also help identify weaknesses that need to be addressed to excel on the exam. We include a variety of question types to help build skills in answering questions in multiple formats, so students don't get tripped up by unfamiliar questions on test day. Two NY State Practice Tests Our ELA practice tests are based on the official NY State English Language Arts assessments. They include similar question types and the same rigorous content found on State tests. Answer keys with detailed explanations to help students not make the same mistake twice. If a student is having difficulty in one area, encourage the student to practice that specific set of skills in the relevant worksheet. Test prep tips so students approach the test strategically & with confidence. Test Prep Books New York Our 4th grade workbooks and test prep books are written by seasoned educators who have familiarity with New York's state assessments and curriculum. Our educational workbooks are used by teachers and tutors throughout New York. The New York State Department of Education (NYSED) is not affiliated with Origins Publications and has not endorsed the contents of this book.
Common Core Language Arts 4 Today, Grade K
Author: Geck
Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing
ISBN: 1483801683
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Build a foundation and focus on what matters most for language arts and reading readiness with Language Arts 4 Today: The Common Core Edition for kindergarten. This 96-page comprehensive supplement contains standards-aligned reproducible activities designed to focus on critical language arts skills and concepts that meet the Common Core State Standards. Each page includes 16 problems to be completed during a four-day period. The exercises are arranged in a continuous spiral so that concepts are repeated weekly. An assessment for the fifth day is provided for evaluating students' understanding of the language arts concepts practiced throughout the week. Also included are a Common Core State Standards alignment matrix and an answer key.
Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing
ISBN: 1483801683
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Build a foundation and focus on what matters most for language arts and reading readiness with Language Arts 4 Today: The Common Core Edition for kindergarten. This 96-page comprehensive supplement contains standards-aligned reproducible activities designed to focus on critical language arts skills and concepts that meet the Common Core State Standards. Each page includes 16 problems to be completed during a four-day period. The exercises are arranged in a continuous spiral so that concepts are repeated weekly. An assessment for the fifth day is provided for evaluating students' understanding of the language arts concepts practiced throughout the week. Also included are a Common Core State Standards alignment matrix and an answer key.
New York Test Prep English Language Arts Writing Skills Workbook Grade 4
Author: Test Master Press New York
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781975787639
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Matches the New Next Generation Learning Standards introduced in 2017! This workbook provides extensive guided practice with a complete range of writing tasks, and will help prepare students for the reading and writing tasks on the New York State English Language Arts tests. Students will write in response to passages, as well as write arguments, essays, and narratives. Provides Ongoing Skill Development and Practice - Ten convenient practice sets allow for ongoing skill development - Each practice set contains two reading comprehension tasks where students write in response to passages - Each practice set contains two writing tasks where students write a short story, personal narrative, argument, or essay - Guided writing tasks include hints, planning activities, and review checklists to guide students and encourage strong skill development - Each set includes additional core skills exercises that focus on key writing skills Full Coverage of the New Next Generation English Language Arts Standards - Covers all the types of writing in the state standards, including arguments, informative/explanatory texts, and narratives - Includes exercises for additional writing skills, including completing research projects and gathering information from sources - Provides extensive practice analyzing, reflecting on, and responding to literary and informational texts Preparation for the New York State ELA Tests - Helps students gain the skills and experience needed for the New York State ELA tests - Provides extensive experience with short-response and extended-response questions - Students learn to understand, analyze, and respond to texts - Develops the skills needed to write effective essays - Tips, planning, and review activities teach the key features expected of student writing Key Benefits of this Workbook - Flexible format allows practice sets to be completed to suit any schedule - Develops the writing skills that are needed to perform well on the state tests - More rigorous tasks encourage deeper understanding and more advanced thinking - Format allows for review after each set to provide feedback and promote improvement
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781975787639
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Matches the New Next Generation Learning Standards introduced in 2017! This workbook provides extensive guided practice with a complete range of writing tasks, and will help prepare students for the reading and writing tasks on the New York State English Language Arts tests. Students will write in response to passages, as well as write arguments, essays, and narratives. Provides Ongoing Skill Development and Practice - Ten convenient practice sets allow for ongoing skill development - Each practice set contains two reading comprehension tasks where students write in response to passages - Each practice set contains two writing tasks where students write a short story, personal narrative, argument, or essay - Guided writing tasks include hints, planning activities, and review checklists to guide students and encourage strong skill development - Each set includes additional core skills exercises that focus on key writing skills Full Coverage of the New Next Generation English Language Arts Standards - Covers all the types of writing in the state standards, including arguments, informative/explanatory texts, and narratives - Includes exercises for additional writing skills, including completing research projects and gathering information from sources - Provides extensive practice analyzing, reflecting on, and responding to literary and informational texts Preparation for the New York State ELA Tests - Helps students gain the skills and experience needed for the New York State ELA tests - Provides extensive experience with short-response and extended-response questions - Students learn to understand, analyze, and respond to texts - Develops the skills needed to write effective essays - Tips, planning, and review activities teach the key features expected of student writing Key Benefits of this Workbook - Flexible format allows practice sets to be completed to suit any schedule - Develops the writing skills that are needed to perform well on the state tests - More rigorous tasks encourage deeper understanding and more advanced thinking - Format allows for review after each set to provide feedback and promote improvement
Spectrum Test Prep, Grade 4
Author: Spectrum
Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing
ISBN: 1483813770
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Spectrum Test Prep Grade 4 includes strategy-based activities for language arts and math, test tips to help answer questions, and critical thinking and reasoning. The Spectrum Test Prep series for grades 1 to 8 was developed by experts in education and was created to help students improve and strengthen their test-taking skills. The activities in each book not only feature essential practice in reading, math, and language arts test areas, but also prepare students to take standardized tests. Students learn how to follow directions, understand different test formats, use effective strategies to avoid common mistakes, and budget their time wisely. Step-by-step solutions in the answer key are included. These comprehensive workbooks are an excellent resource for developing skills for assessment success. Spectrum, the best-selling workbook series, is proud to provide quality educational materials that support your studentsÕ learning achievement and success.
Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing
ISBN: 1483813770
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Spectrum Test Prep Grade 4 includes strategy-based activities for language arts and math, test tips to help answer questions, and critical thinking and reasoning. The Spectrum Test Prep series for grades 1 to 8 was developed by experts in education and was created to help students improve and strengthen their test-taking skills. The activities in each book not only feature essential practice in reading, math, and language arts test areas, but also prepare students to take standardized tests. Students learn how to follow directions, understand different test formats, use effective strategies to avoid common mistakes, and budget their time wisely. Step-by-step solutions in the answer key are included. These comprehensive workbooks are an excellent resource for developing skills for assessment success. Spectrum, the best-selling workbook series, is proud to provide quality educational materials that support your studentsÕ learning achievement and success.
High School ELA 1 Practice Workbook - English Language Arts Online Assessments and Standards-Based Lessons
Author: Lumos Learning
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781949855135
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
High School ELA 1 Practice Workbook - English Language Arts Online Assessments and Standards-based Lessons: Lumos Skills Mastery Grade 9
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781949855135
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
High School ELA 1 Practice Workbook - English Language Arts Online Assessments and Standards-based Lessons: Lumos Skills Mastery Grade 9
New York Test Prep Reading and Writing Common Core Workbook Grade 4
Author: Test Master Test Master Press New York
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781505831160
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
This workbook is specifically designed to develop Common Core writing skills. Students will write in response to passages, as well as write narratives, opinion pieces, and essays. Students will gain experience completing research projects and edit and revise their work. This workbook will develop the Common Core writing skills that students need, while preparing students for the more rigorous reading and writing tasks on the New York Common Core English Language Arts Test. Provides Ongoing Skill Development and Practice - Ten convenient practice sets allow for ongoing skill development - Each practice set contains two reading comprehension tasks focused on writing in response to passages - Each practice set contains two writing tasks where students write a short story, personal narrative, opinion piece, or essay - Guided writing tasks include hints, planning activities, and review checklists to guide students and encourage strong skill development - Each set includes additional core skills exercises that focus on key writing skills Key Benefits of this Workbook - Flexible format allows practice sets to be completed to suit any schedule - Helps students transition to the more rigorous New York Common Core ELA Test - Develops the writing skills that are emphasized by the new Common Core standards - More rigorous tasks encourage deeper understanding and more advanced thinking - Format allows for review after each set to provide feedback and promote improvement Preparation for the New York Common Core English Language Arts Test - Provides extensive experience providing written answers to reading comprehension questions - Develops the skills that students need to write effective essays - Gives students practice completing rigorous reading and writing tasks - Has a strong focus on using evidence from texts - Builds higher-order thinking skills such as analyzing and evaluating texts Full Coverage of the Common Core Standards - Covers all the types of writing in the Common Core standards, including opinion pieces, informative/explanatory texts, and narratives - Includes exercises for additional Common Core skills, including completing research projects and gathering information from sources - Reading comprehension tasks develop strong Common Core reading skills
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781505831160
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
This workbook is specifically designed to develop Common Core writing skills. Students will write in response to passages, as well as write narratives, opinion pieces, and essays. Students will gain experience completing research projects and edit and revise their work. This workbook will develop the Common Core writing skills that students need, while preparing students for the more rigorous reading and writing tasks on the New York Common Core English Language Arts Test. Provides Ongoing Skill Development and Practice - Ten convenient practice sets allow for ongoing skill development - Each practice set contains two reading comprehension tasks focused on writing in response to passages - Each practice set contains two writing tasks where students write a short story, personal narrative, opinion piece, or essay - Guided writing tasks include hints, planning activities, and review checklists to guide students and encourage strong skill development - Each set includes additional core skills exercises that focus on key writing skills Key Benefits of this Workbook - Flexible format allows practice sets to be completed to suit any schedule - Helps students transition to the more rigorous New York Common Core ELA Test - Develops the writing skills that are emphasized by the new Common Core standards - More rigorous tasks encourage deeper understanding and more advanced thinking - Format allows for review after each set to provide feedback and promote improvement Preparation for the New York Common Core English Language Arts Test - Provides extensive experience providing written answers to reading comprehension questions - Develops the skills that students need to write effective essays - Gives students practice completing rigorous reading and writing tasks - Has a strong focus on using evidence from texts - Builds higher-order thinking skills such as analyzing and evaluating texts Full Coverage of the Common Core Standards - Covers all the types of writing in the Common Core standards, including opinion pieces, informative/explanatory texts, and narratives - Includes exercises for additional Common Core skills, including completing research projects and gathering information from sources - Reading comprehension tasks develop strong Common Core reading skills
New York Test Prep English Language Arts Writing Skills Workbook Grade 3
Author: Test Master Press New York
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781975787622
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Matches the New Next Generation Learning Standards introduced in 2017! This workbook provides extensive guided practice with a complete range of writing tasks, and will help prepare students for the reading and writing tasks on the New York State English Language Arts tests. Students will write in response to passages, as well as write arguments, essays, and narratives. Provides Ongoing Skill Development and Practice - Ten convenient practice sets allow for ongoing skill development - Each practice set contains two reading comprehension tasks where students write in response to passages - Each practice set contains two writing tasks where students write a short story, personal narrative, argument, or essay - Guided writing tasks include hints, planning activities, and review checklists to guide students and encourage strong skill development - Each set includes additional core skills exercises that focus on key writing skills Full Coverage of the New Next Generation English Language Arts Standards - Covers all the types of writing in the state standards, including arguments, informative/explanatory texts, and narratives - Includes exercises for additional writing skills, including completing research projects and gathering information from sources - Provides extensive practice analyzing, reflecting on, and responding to literary and informational texts Preparation for the New York State ELA Tests - Helps students gain the skills and experience needed for the New York State ELA tests - Provides extensive experience with short-response and extended-response questions - Students learn to understand, analyze, and respond to texts - Develops the skills needed to write effective essays - Tips, planning, and review activities teach the key features expected of student writing Key Benefits of this Workbook - Flexible format allows practice sets to be completed to suit any schedule - Develops the writing skills that are needed to perform well on the state tests - More rigorous tasks encourage deeper understanding and more advanced thinking - Format allows for review after each set to provide feedback and promote improvement
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781975787622
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Matches the New Next Generation Learning Standards introduced in 2017! This workbook provides extensive guided practice with a complete range of writing tasks, and will help prepare students for the reading and writing tasks on the New York State English Language Arts tests. Students will write in response to passages, as well as write arguments, essays, and narratives. Provides Ongoing Skill Development and Practice - Ten convenient practice sets allow for ongoing skill development - Each practice set contains two reading comprehension tasks where students write in response to passages - Each practice set contains two writing tasks where students write a short story, personal narrative, argument, or essay - Guided writing tasks include hints, planning activities, and review checklists to guide students and encourage strong skill development - Each set includes additional core skills exercises that focus on key writing skills Full Coverage of the New Next Generation English Language Arts Standards - Covers all the types of writing in the state standards, including arguments, informative/explanatory texts, and narratives - Includes exercises for additional writing skills, including completing research projects and gathering information from sources - Provides extensive practice analyzing, reflecting on, and responding to literary and informational texts Preparation for the New York State ELA Tests - Helps students gain the skills and experience needed for the New York State ELA tests - Provides extensive experience with short-response and extended-response questions - Students learn to understand, analyze, and respond to texts - Develops the skills needed to write effective essays - Tips, planning, and review activities teach the key features expected of student writing Key Benefits of this Workbook - Flexible format allows practice sets to be completed to suit any schedule - Develops the writing skills that are needed to perform well on the state tests - More rigorous tasks encourage deeper understanding and more advanced thinking - Format allows for review after each set to provide feedback and promote improvement
Resources in Education
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 764
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 764
Book Description
NEW YORK TEST PREP Reading Skills Workbook Informational Texts Grade 4
Author: N. Hawas
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781692152024
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Develops the Advanced Skills in the Next Generation Learning Standards! This workbook focuses on developing a thorough understanding of informational texts. It contains a wide range of informational texts organized by type. Each passage is followed by a complete full-length question set. This workbook will ensure that students have strong reading comprehension skills and can respond to challenging passages. Students will also be fully prepared for the informational text reading tasks on the New York State English Language Arts tests. Focuses on Understanding and Analyzing Informational d104s - Includes 18 practice sets containing a wide range of informational texts - Includes science and history articles, reviews, interviews, speeches, flyers, advertisements, biographies, opinion pieces, and how-to articles - Complex passages include features like charts, tables, graphs, diagrams, quotations, sidebars, and photographs - Each passage is followed by a full set of 15 questions with a range of formats - Complete reading comprehension question sets provide extensive practice responding to and analyzing texts Advanced Skill Development - Covers the skills listed in the Next Generation Learning Standards - Challenging passages build strong reading comprehension skills - Encourages close reading and using evidence from texts - Focuses on advanced skills like evaluating texts, making connections, and looking at texts critically - Provides experience with a wide range of question types Preparation for the New York State English Language Arts Assessments - Provides experience with a wide range of informational text types - Develops the student's ability to respond to and analyze complex texts - Ensures that students are able to analyze complex text features - Wide range of question formats challenge students and encourage strong skill development - Includes practice writing short answers and essays based on informational texts - Ongoing practice builds confidence
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781692152024
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Develops the Advanced Skills in the Next Generation Learning Standards! This workbook focuses on developing a thorough understanding of informational texts. It contains a wide range of informational texts organized by type. Each passage is followed by a complete full-length question set. This workbook will ensure that students have strong reading comprehension skills and can respond to challenging passages. Students will also be fully prepared for the informational text reading tasks on the New York State English Language Arts tests. Focuses on Understanding and Analyzing Informational d104s - Includes 18 practice sets containing a wide range of informational texts - Includes science and history articles, reviews, interviews, speeches, flyers, advertisements, biographies, opinion pieces, and how-to articles - Complex passages include features like charts, tables, graphs, diagrams, quotations, sidebars, and photographs - Each passage is followed by a full set of 15 questions with a range of formats - Complete reading comprehension question sets provide extensive practice responding to and analyzing texts Advanced Skill Development - Covers the skills listed in the Next Generation Learning Standards - Challenging passages build strong reading comprehension skills - Encourages close reading and using evidence from texts - Focuses on advanced skills like evaluating texts, making connections, and looking at texts critically - Provides experience with a wide range of question types Preparation for the New York State English Language Arts Assessments - Provides experience with a wide range of informational text types - Develops the student's ability to respond to and analyze complex texts - Ensures that students are able to analyze complex text features - Wide range of question formats challenge students and encourage strong skill development - Includes practice writing short answers and essays based on informational texts - Ongoing practice builds confidence