Preparing Your Child for Testing
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Letter to Your Child
This is my office
Letter
Parents: This letter may be helpful for kids ages 6-11 who want to know what testing will be like
You know how everyone has things they are good at, and things that are hard for them?
My job is to figure out what you are good at, and what's hard for you. That way, if something is hard for you, we can figure out how to make it better.
When you come to my office, I will ask you to do a lot of things. We’ll look at pictures and play different brain games. Lots of things will be new for you. We'll sit at a desk and work together.
Some of the tasks are really easy. Others might be hard. Most of the time, we will start out easy before things get hard. I'm excited to find out which tasks challenge you. That helps me learn how you learn.
I think you'll find some games are really interesting and fun. You get to draw, build things, and look at pictures. Some tasks might be boring, or just not your favorite. That's OK. When we find something that you like, I'll write that down. That is the kind of thing I want to know about you!
Every kid also has a lot of feelings. Some feelings, like happy, excited, and proud make learning easier. Some feelings can make learning harder. I'll ask you about how you are feeling.
All kinds of people come to see me. Sometimes the kids I see love school. Others hate school right now. Some kids feel good about themselves. Other kids are not so sure. Some of the kids I meet are only two years old. Others are in second grade, or fifth grade, or high school -- or even college! Whatever kind of kid you are is OK. You are exactly the kind of kid you were meant to be. I can't wait to meet you!
Letter
Parents: This letter may be helpful for adolescents 12-18 who want to know what their appointment will be like
As you get ready for your upcoming visit, I wanted to give you a heads-up about what to expect and why we’re meeting.
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Everyone has things they’re great at and things that might be a bit tougher. My job is to help figure out both for you. By knowing what you find easy and what’s more challenging, we can work together to make learning feel more manageable and enjoyable.
When you come to my office, we'll try out different activities. You might solve puzzles, tackle different problems, or even do some creative tasks like drawing or building. Some of these will be a breeze, while others might push you a bit. We usually start with the easy stuff and then move on to the harder ones. This helps me see how you think and learn best.
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During our time, you might find some activities that you really like. I’ll make sure to note those, because knowing what you enjoy is a big part of understanding how you learn.
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Feelings can really impact how we learn. Whether you’re excited, nervous, or feeling something else, it’s all normal. I’ll want to hear about how you’re feeling because it helps us make the experience better for you.
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I meet with people from all kinds of backgrounds. Some are in middle school, others in high school, and a few are even in college, or completely done with school. Everyone has their own story, and I really value that. Whether you love school or find it tough, whether you feel confident or are still figuring things out, you’re welcome here. You’re exactly who you’re meant to be, and I’m excited to learn more about you.
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Thanks for reading this, and I look forward to meeting you soon!
