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Exam board: ISEBLevel: 13+ CE and KS3Subject: ScienceFirst exams: November 2022This comprehensive, ISEB-endorsed revision guide for Science focuses on consolidating knowledge and covering all the skills needed to meet the requirements of the ISEB CE 13+ exam..· Recap preliminary knowledge: summaries and reminders from the ISEB 11+ science specification.· Covers learning outcomes: Know (knowledge to be learned and recalled), Understand (application of knowledge to familiar and new concepts) and Recognise (awareness of how the knowledge applies to science and society), as well as recommended practical activities.· Develop critical thinking: 'Ask yourself' questions appear throughout to prompt recognition and development of scientific attitudes using the knowledge and understanding gained. · Prepare for the exam: exam-style questions included at the end of each chapter with three 'Test yourself' sections for Biology, Chemistry and Physics with answers provided for all questions.Continue your revision with Common Entrance 13+ Science Exam Practice Questions and Answers (ISBN: 9781398326507).

Prepare for the PEP Ability Test with the only three-step programme that combines study notes, worksheets, and practice papers in one convenient package.- Develop critical thinking with 'Skills Notes' that guide learners to identify patterns, make meaning, and draw conclusions.- Build cognitive and reasoning skills with the 'Working It Out' feature - a clear, step-by-step guide to solving complex problems.- Apply learning through carefully designed worksheets that support self-assessment and tracking learning gaps. - Boost exam confidence with full-length practice papers - with answers available at www.hachettelearning.com/answers-and-extras.

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Exam Board: ISEBLevel: 11 PlusSubject: MathsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: Autumn 2016Secure the top marks in 11 plus independent school entrance exams and Pre-Tests leading to a better chance at getting into the school of choice with this essential revision guide. Complete coverage of the ISEB 11 Plus Maths syllabus and stretching extra content ensures that every topic is thoroughly revised ahead of the exams.This book covers everything required for the 11 Plus Maths exam- Prepares pupils for a wide range of independent school exams and pre-tests with challenging extension material- Consolidates revision with all the key information in one place- Features helpful insight in to the exams, with examples, practical tips and advice- Tests understanding and technique with timed, levelled exam-style questionsAlso available for 11 Plus Maths preparation: - 10-Minute Maths Tests Workbook Age 8-10 9781471829611- 10-Minute Maths Tests Workbook Age 9-11 9781471829635- Mental Arithmetic Workbook Age 8-10 9781471829505- Mental Arithmetic Workbook Age 9-11 9781471829628Revision Guides, Workbooks and Practice Papers are also available for English, Science, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

This book covers everything you need to know in preparing children for both pre-tests and 11+ entrance exams for admission into independent and grammar schools. It sets out ways in which children can become successful and confident learners over the years and months building up to these tests taken in Year 6. The author passionately believes that intelligence is not fixed but can be nurtured and grown with the right support. The key to putting this into action is to understand how you learn and to master the strategies for learning, retaining and recalling information effectively. This book will help parents and teachers support children approach one of their first academic hurdles with confidence.The book begins by looking at why revision is important and how the brain works. It introduces the concept of growth mindset and how with the right support, confidence, resilience and independence can be nurtured.It provides guidance on physical and mental wellbeing (including a section on coping with stress). It moves on to cover ideas on how to gain control of studying and how to develop good organisational skills. Being healthy, feeling stress free, in control and excited about school is vital. There is a comprehensive chapter study skills and how to master them, from learning how to identify key words, using flashcards, to creating mindmaps. Examples based on the 11+ syllabus and questions or tasks to revise the skill are given throughout.The book then focuses specifically on the skills needed for the 11+ tests. It offers wide-ranging advice on each subject (English, Maths, Verbal and Non-Verbal reasoning), how to prepare for online tests, interviews and test day tips.Current thinking and research by world-renowned social psychologists, psychologists and educators is at the heart of this book and are referenced. Tips for parents supporting their children's learning journey are given throughout.