Books with author Stacy Peterson

Peterson's Master the Catholic High School Entrance Exams is the comprehensive test-prep book for scoring high on Catholic high school entrance exams. The book includes 6 full-length tests (two each for the HSPT, COOP and TACHS) with detailed answer explanations, and includes valuable information on test, format, type of questions, and how tests are scored. With expert tips that guide students through verbal and quantitative exercises.

Master Math for the SAT is designed as a self-teaching text to prepare for the mathematics sections of the SAT. At the beginning of each chapter, there is a ten-question diagnostic test to guide the student’s preparation throughout the book. At the end of each chapter is a retest that is similar to the diagnostic test. It also includes hundreds of practice problems covering geometry, algebra, fractions, and more, as well as expert test-taking strategies, flexible study planning, user-friendly design geared to the high school student, and answers with comprehensive explanations for all test items in an easy-to-use workbook format. Unique “Take It to the Next Level” section offers further review and guidance for those who want to score even higher

Peterson's AP U.S. Government & Politics provides complete test preparation for one of the more popular AP exams taken by students during their junior and senior years in high school. This informative and up-to-date book covers all major test topics-from the constitutional underpinnings of U.S. Government to the development of civil liberties and civil rights by judicial interpretation-that students will encounter on this exam, taken by more than 50,000 individuals each year. FEATURES AND BENEFITS - Four full-length practice tests, including diagnostic - In-depth review of all subjects covered on the test - Easy-to-follow study plans to help students use time efficiently - Test questions with explanatory answers - Proven test-taking strategies

GET A JUMP!is intended for use by students at any stage of middle and high school, but it has the most relevance for high school sophomores and juniors who are starting to get serious about the decisions they will need to make after graduation. Whether they’re planning to head to a two- or four-year college, to a technical school, to an apprenticeship, to the military, or directly into the workforce--or are still undecided--here’s where they’ll find information on the various options available and which ones best suits their skills, needs, and wants.

Peterson’s Ultimate ACT Tool Kit offers the ultimate in preparation for the student who wants the top-of-the-line features no other book can match, yet at a price no greater than the competition. In addition to the printed book, Peterson’s Ultimate ACT Tool Kit includes the following test prep tools: essay scoring and feedback, one-to-one math tutoring online, tear-out flashcards, and a CD with ACT practice tests. The book itself contains complete preparation for the ACT, including a guide to the new essay, a diagnostic test, detailed review of subject areas, practice exercises, strategies to raise your score, and practice tests. Everything about this book makes clear this is a top-of-the-line product unlike anything that has previously been sold in bookstores.

For students, Master the SAT provides a wealth of test-taking strategies and helps students prepare for the SAT with extensive reviews and 9 full-length practice tests to help sharpen math, writing, and critical reading skills. For parents, Master the SAT includes the 24-page "A Parent's Guide to Paying for College"-a feature found in no other SAT book-with answers about the best college financing solutions, from financial aid and scholarships to tuition payment plans. SELLING POINTS: 9 full-length practice tests (including access to 3 through CD), with detailed answer explanations for each exam question A 24-page guide, "A Parent's Guide to College Admission Testing," provides advice on subjects such as what tests your high school student should take, how to motivate your child, and what role to play in the college admissions process. Extensive reviews of all subjects appearing on the SAT, including essay writing, higher-level math, and reading comprehension. friendly design, with bulleted roadmaps and chapter summaries formulated so that high school students can work through the exercises at their own pace.

Peterson's Master the Catholic High School Entrance Exams is the comprehensive test-prep book for scoring high on Catholic high school entrance exams. The book includes 6 full-length tests (two each for the HSPT, COOP and TACHS) with detailed answer explanations, and includes valuable information on test, format, type of questions, and how tests are scored. With expert tips that guide students through verbal and quantitative exercises.