Tyler Tames the Testing Tiger addresses the anxiety often felt by students at testing time. This resource provides helpful tools for parents, teachers and counselors who want to prepare children for standardized and other tests. In the eye-opening children’s story, Tyler manages to "tame the testing tiger" by applying familiar and successful sports strategies he learned from his basketball coach to the testing situation. Help students identify their own level of test anxiety and develop effective strategies for relaxation, positive thinking, time management, study skills, mental and physical preparation and test taking skills. A helpful parent article is also included. Includes:

• Children’s Story
• Discussion Questions
• Leader’s Guide
• Testing Bulletin Board
• Test Prep Cards
• Test Anxiety Assessment
• Coach’s Tips
• How Parents Can Help