1. 3rd Grade Math & Reading
STAAR

2. 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).

8. Some vocabulary to review…
Approximately
Denominator
Factor(s)
Estimation
Represent
Equation
Expression
Difference
Sum
Product
Number sentence
Numerator
Relationship
Quotient
Array
Quadrilateral
Symmetry
Congruent
Perpendicular
Parallel

9. Skills Tested: Numbers and Operations
Patterns, Relationships, and Algebraic Reasoning
Geometry
Measurement
Probability and Statistics
Problem Solving embedded in all categories.

10. STAAR Math test is……
Tuesday, April 23rd

11. 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.

12. TEST FORMAT: Reading
Test includes booklet and a separate answer document.
Questions are multiple-choice with four answer choices.
Passages with questions

19. Some vocabulary to review…
included
summary
article
headings
bold or boldfaced
main idea
explain
evidence
provide
visualize
section
purpose

20. Skills Tested:

21. TEA website

22. STAAR Reading test is……
Wednesday, April 24th

23. 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 just-right books.
Deeper thinking discussions about their book – What if…

24. 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.