Succeed in the exam with this revision guide, designed specifically for the brand new Common Entrance English syllabus. It breaks down the content into manageable and straightforward chunks with easy-to-use, step-by-step instructions that should take away the fear of CE and guide you through all aspects of the exam. - Gives you step-by-step guidance on how to recognise various types of comprehension questions and answer them - Shows you how to write creatively as well as for a purpose for the section B questions - Reinforces and consolidates learning with tips, guidance and exercises throughout - Makes it easy to navigate and find specific revision topics with short, clear sections

This book of practice questions and mock exam papers gives students the practice they need as they prepare for the new ISEB Common Entrance in English 13+ exam. - Reinforces the skills and knowledge students need to tackle exam questions with confidence - Includes five complete mock exam papers that sharpen students' exam technique - Targets the essential skills students need to master in order to do well in the exam

Please note, this resource is suitable for the exams up to June 2022. New revision resources will be available from Spring 2022 for the exams from November 2022. Exam Board: ISEB Level: 13+ Subject: English First Teaching: September 2012 First Exam: Autumn 2013 This book contains answers to all the questions in English for Common Entrance at 13+ Exam Practice Questions, accompanied with extensive advice and guidance to help achieve top marks. - Endorsed by Independent School Examination Board (ISEB) - Clean, clear layout for easy marking - Identifies areas requiring further attention Also available in the English for Common Entrance at 13+ range: - English for Common Entrance at 13+ Revision Guide (ISBN: 9781471875021) - English for Common Entrance at 13+ Exam Practice Questions (ISBN: 9781471868962)

Exam Board: ISEB Level: 13+ Subject: Latin First Teaching: September 2014 First Exam: Autumn 2015 Latin for Common Entrance One is the first book in Nicholas Oulton's new Latin course, combining your favourite elements of So You Really Want to Learn Latin, Latin Prep and Ab Initio, but now it maps precisely to the new ISEB syllabus and contains passages and question types in line with the revised Common Entrance exam. This extensively revised book is ideal for Latin beginners, introducing pupils to regular verbs and sum in the present, imperfect and perfect tenses, nouns of the first two declensions, adjectives of the 1st/2nd declension, prepositions and numerals. All the grammar, vocabulary and syntax on the Level 1 syllabus is covered and passages for translation are geared towards the Greek Mythology and City of Rome topics for the non-linguistic studies element of the ISEB syllabus. Written specifically for prep schools, this book includes solid grammar explanations, intentionally challenging content and twice as many practice exercises compared to the previous series, ensuring pupils have understood the material covered Latin for Common Entrance One Answers are available to buy separately as a PDF download

The Science ISEB Revision Guide is essential reading for pupils working towards Science Common Entrance or other entrance exams at 13+ as it consolidates all the material that pupils need to know at this level. The book includes advice for the exams as well as some sample Common Entrance style questions to help pupils identify areas that require further study. The material required for the 11+ exam is also covered in separate, clearly marked sections. - Endorsed by ISEB - In line with the 2011 syllabus - Ideal for pupils at independent schools preparing for Science Common Entrance and other entrance exams at 13+ - Topics are clearly presented in bullet-point format for ease of revision - 'Test Yourself' and sample Common Entrance style questions with answers are included to show pupils how to achieve top marks Also available from Galore Park www.galorepark.co.uk: - Science Pocket Notes - Science ISEB Revision Guide - Science Practice Exercises 13+ - So You Really Want To Learn Science Books 1 and 2

The book consolidates all the grammar pupils need to know for the exam into one book, making it an indispensable revision resource for any pupil. The revision guide contains clear explanations of all topics, including information on the non-linguistic exam, followed by 'Test Yourself' questions so that pupils can ensure they have understood what they have learnt. - Endorsed by ISEB - Information is presented clearly and methodically to ensure it is accessible and can be learnt easily - Includes information on the linguistic and non-linguistic sections so pupils are fully prepared for the exam - 'Test Yourself' exercises are included so pupils can check their progress Suitable for ISEB 13+ Latin exams. Also available from Galore Park: Latin Vocabulary for Key Stage 3 and Common Entrance, which includes a complete vocabulary list for examinations at 13+.

Exam board: ISEB Level: 13+ CE and KS3 Subject: English First exams: November 2022 Improve exam technique and build confidence to ensure success in the CE 13+ English exams with these practice papers in the style of the ISEB exams. · Prepare for all papers: questions cover all areas of the ISEB specification for all levels, with exam advice. · Guidance on the exam: practice in answering multiple choice questions, extended response questions, and planning and writing the written tasks. · Identify gaps in skills: answers with guidance included to help pinpoint areas for improvement. Pair with Common Entrance 13+ English Revision Guide for comprehensive exam preparation (ISBN: 9781398340909).

Reflecting on seventy years of voracious reading, All Booked Up invites you to reflect on the transformative power of literature on a life through fifteen captivating chapters, each focusing on a different book. Opening with Five Go Off In A Caravan, the very first full-length novel that the author read, and ending with Miss Benson’s Beetle, a recently admired book, you’ll encounter beloved classics such as Rebecca, which marked the author’s teenage years, as well as reflections on The Light and the Dark during her college days. Along the way, enjoy reflections on learning to read, teaching others to read, becoming a vegetarian, falling in love, motherhood, music making and much more. Whatever the author did, wherever she went and whoever she met, books were always at the heart of it – this memoir will appeal to anyone who finds solace and joy in the world of reading.

Exam Board: ISEB Level: 11 Plus Subject: English First Teaching: September 2012 First Exam: Autumn 2013 Secure the top marks in 11 plus independent school entrance exams and pre-tests and a better chance at getting into their school of choice with this essential revision guide. Complete coverage of the ISEB 11 Plus English syllabus and stretching extra content ensures that every topic is thoroughly revised ahead of the exams. - This book covers everything required for the 11 Plus English exam - Prepares pupils for a wide range of independent school exams and pre-tests with challenging extension material - Consolidates revision with all the key information in one place - Features helpful insight in to the exams, with examples, practical tips and advice - Tests understanding and technique with timed, levelled exam-style questions - Identifies strengths and weaknesses using 11 plus sample tests with detailed answer guidance Also available for 11 Plus English preparation: - Spelling & Vocabulary Workbook 9-11 9781471829642 - Reading & Comprehension Workbook 9-11 9781471829659 - Grammar & Punctuation Workbook 9-11 9781471829666 - Writing Workbook 9-11 9781471829673 - 11 Plus English Practice Papers ISBN 9781471849275 Revision Guides, Workbooks and Practice Papers are also available for Maths, Science, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning on www.galorepark.co.uk.

This book covers everything you need to know in preparing children for both pre-tests and 11+ entrance exams for admission into independent and grammar schools. It sets out ways in which children can become successful and confident learners over the years and months building up to these tests taken in Year 6. The author passionately believes that intelligence is not fixed but can be nurtured and grown with the right support. The key to putting this into action is to understand how you learn and to master the strategies for learning, retaining and recalling information effectively. This book will help parents and teachers support children approach one of their first academic hurdles with confidence. The book begins by looking at why revision is important and how the brain works. It introduces the concept of growth mindset and how with the right support, confidence, resilience and independence can be nurtured. It provides guidance on physical and mental wellbeing (including a section on coping with stress). It moves on to cover ideas on how to gain control of studying and how to develop good organisational skills. Being healthy, feeling stress free, in control and excited about school is vital. There is a comprehensive chapter study skills and how to master them, from learning how to identify key words, using flashcards, to creating mindmaps. Examples based on the 11+ syllabus and questions or tasks to revise the skill are given throughout. The book then focuses specifically on the skills needed for the 11+ tests. It offers wide-ranging advice on each subject (English, Maths, Verbal and Non-Verbal reasoning), how to prepare for online tests, interviews and test day tips. Current thinking and research by world-renowned social psychologists, psychologists and educators is at the heart of this book and are referenced. Tips for parents supporting their children's learning journey are given throughout.