Books with author Ben Peterson

Peterson's Master the Catholic High School Entrance Exams 2013 is exactly what you need if you're in eighth grade and are preparing to continue your education at a Catholic high school. Peterson's guide has been specifically designed to assist you with preparing for and taking the most commonly used Catholic high school entrance exams. We not only help you develop test-taking skills but also provide descriptions and examples of each entrance exam with eight full-length practice tests-two New York City Tests for Admission into Catholic High Schools (TACHS), two Cooperative Entrance Exams (COOPs), two High School Placement Tests (HSPTs), one Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT), and one Independent School Entrance Examination (ISEE).

Peterson's Master the PSAT/NMSQT® provides expert subject reviews, tips, and strategies specific to each test section: Evidence-Based Reading, Writing and Language, and Mathematics (Calculator and No Calculator). The third edition of this test prep book gives students the opportunity to assess their knowledge before test day with a full-length diagnostic test and two practice tests that reflect every aspect of the new exam―all with detailed answer explanations. Students will benefit from: Essential information about how to use practice test scores to help predict actual test results; Knowing what PSAT/NMSQT® scores can mean for a student's scholarship opportunities, college recruitment, and AP course recommendations; Exciting information about National Merit Scholarships; an introduction to the SAT® Over 600 practice questions to prepare to score well A full-length diagnostic test AND two practice tests that reflect every aspect of the new exam―all with detailed answer explanations. Buy the Peterson's Master the PSAT/NMSQT®

Peterson's Teens' Guide to College & Career Planning: Your High School Roadmap to College & Career Success is the must-have eBook for middle school and high school students as they prepare for life after graduation. Whether you're heading to a four-year college, a community or two-year college, the military, or the workforce, Teens' Guide to College & Career Planning offers expert advice and tools to help you succeed. Chapters include The Big Jump to High School, The First Steps to a Career, Planning Your Education While in High School, Tackling the Tests (ACT, PSAT/NMSQT, SAT, and TOEFL), The College Search, Applying to College, Financial Aid Dollars and Sense, Other Options After High School, The Military Option, Jump into Work, Survival Skills, and more. Throughout the book, you'll find real-life advice from students, guidance counselors, parents, and college admissions counselors; helpful checklists and worksheets to help keep you organized; essential information to help you decide if the military is right for you; expert financial aid advice and information on scholarships, grants, athletic awards, loans, work-study, and more. Fun graphics along with the informative, easy-to-read chapters make this the perfect guide for the teen on the go.

Peterson's® Master the AP® English Language & Composition Exam offers three full-length practice tests with detailed answer explanations to help students score high and earn college credit. Features include: test-taking strategies, user-friendly design geared toward the high school student, and answers with comprehensive explanations for all test sections. 3 full-length practice tests, all with detailed answer explanations to help students excel on test day 245 practice questions to strengthen your analytical reading and argumentative writing skills. 3 flexible study plans and extensive test-taking strategies to help you use your time more efficiently. In addition, Peterson's® Master the AP® English Language & Composition Exam offers detailed reviews of language and composition topics that will enable students to fully understand and remember the concepts and skills that will help them achieve a top score on the test.

Peterson's® Master the AP® English Literature & Composition Exam offers detailed reviews of literature and composition topics. This guide enables students to fully review and understand the concepts on the exam. Be prepared to score well on the AP test and earn college credit while still in high school! Features of the book include: Test-taking strategies, a user-friendly design geared toward the high school student, and answers with thorough explanations for all test sections. Over 245 practice questions to help you sharpen your critical reading skills so you can successfully analyze all genres of literature. 3 full-length practice tests, including detailed answer explanations to help students excel on test day. Comprehensive review and analysis of the AP Exam Check out Peterson's® Master the AP® English Literature & Composition Exam!

Peterson's® ACT® Prep Guide PLUS 2018 offers all of the information students need to prepare well and score high on the ACT, including thorough subject matter reviews and practice questions for each question type. Students will benefit from expert advice, strategies, and test-taking tips for comprehensive preparation. All strategy content and practice tests reflect the latest changes to the ACT. Inside this new guide, students will find:ACT® test-taking strategies, plus other important details about the ACT-learn how and when to register for the ACT, how the test is scored, what you need to know on test day, and how to stay calm throughout the processA full-length diagnostic test to evaluate a student's strengths and weaknesses6 practice tests-4 in print and 2 online-all with detailed answer explanationsThorough review of all test sections: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science, and Writing, featuring expert strategies, numerous practice questions with detailed answer explanations, and sample essays.A DVD featuring dynamic video content focusing on the most difficult question types and articles to help students navigate the ACT process.Access to bonus online content, including college and scholarship search assistanceHelpful study plans, perfect for the student who has a lot of time to prepare, as well as those who've procrastinated-each student can find his or her pathway to success

Middle school and high school students spend more money than ever these days, but most have very little (if any) knowledge when it comes to personal finances. The truth is that most schools don't have time to teach a Personal Finances 101 course. So what are today's students (and their parents) to do? Peterson's Don't Break the Bank comes to the rescue! It's a brand new, easy-to-comprehend guide to help students become financially savvy. Readers will find such financially relevant chapters as All About Money, Part-Time Jobs and Ways to Make Money; Analyzing Your Paycheck; Making Sense Out of Banking; Online Banking and Bill Paying; Saving for a Rainy Day; Understanding Debt and Credit; Charge It! (Paying with Plastic); Don't Spend It All in One Place: Creating-and Sticking to-a Budget; Money U: Managing Your Finances While in College; Investing; and How to Make Your Money Grow! Inside you'll find: A student-friendly design, with short chapters, fun graphics, and insightful sidebars-easy for busy students to read in their on-the-go lives. Expert guidance on ways to make extra money, saving vs. spending, ways to budget, the ins and outs of credit and credit cards, financial aid and scholarships, and more. Valuable advice from finance experts and from students, who share their own stories of financial woes and triumphs Glossary of important financial terms-to help teens succeed on their road to financial literacy Helpful appendix of additional resources, including links to Web sites for further information