1. How To Be Successful in School
Study Skills
How To Be Successful in School

2. What do you have to do to be successful in school?
Do homework
Complete projects/assignments on time according
to the directions
Prepare for tests
Participate in class
Pay attention in class

3. Set up a Study Center A study center should:
Be a quiet place free of distractions
Have a hard surface to write on
Have plenty of light
Be stocked with supplies

4. Supplies

5. Plan to Study Decide what time is best for you to do your homework
immediately after school
take a break and then start working
after parents get home
at babysitter’s house
after supper
**Don’t forget to keep other activities in mind**

6. Stay Organized Use planners and organizers to keep track
of homework and projects
Have a designated place to
put backpack/homework at home

7. Prioritize Assignments
Check due dates on assignments
Which ones need to be done first?
Are some of them to be done over time?
(book reports, projects, correct tests, etc.)
Be sure to check assignment sheets and
planners daily

8. Evaluate Assignments Read all directions carefully
Read a 2nd/3rd time if needed
Visualize what you are being asked to do
Ask questions -- (parent/teacher/babysitter)
Do I understand this correctly?
Decide
How long will it take?
Do I need help?
Have someone look over your work when done

9. Keep Track of Dates
Use assignment sheets/planners to keep track of all assignments that need to be
completed
Highlight each subject in a different color
Check off work after it’s completed

10. Manage Your Time
Allow enough time to complete work neatly and completely.
Keep other activities in mind
Sports, dance, gymnastics, karate, parties, etc.
These activities do not excuse you from work
Do assignments while you are still alert
Close to bed time is not a good choice
Don’t rush through it ! ! !

11. Take A Break Take a break if you feel tired and can’t
concentrate or are hungry
Be sure to get enough rest every night. It’s
hard to work when you’re tired.

12. Have a Homework Buddy Get a phone number for 1-2 classmates
you can call if you have questions.
Things to consider when choosing a
homework buddy:
Are they dependable?
Do they live close to you?
Do they do their work accurately and on time?
Is it okay for you to call them?

13. Give your brain a workout
Study Smart
Use many different ways to remember what you learned.
Tell someone what you learned
Write it down
Sing about it
Draw it
Visualize it
Relate it to something else
Give your brain a workout

14. Read Reread what was read in class Write down important information
Read to yourself
Read to a parent, friend, or an animal
Write down important information
Tell someone what you read
Review important vocabulary words
Read other books about what is
being studied in class

15. Make Studying a Habit Get into a routine
Make it a habit to practice these good study skills and you can do anything!!!
Believe in yourself -- You can become the student you’ve always wanted
to be