The L.E.A.P. Test is a test of basic skills given at the 4th and 8th grades.
It covers skills in the areas of English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science
and Social Studies. The English/Language Arts section (commonly referred to
as "ELA") is comprised of several parts. There is a 150 word essay
that students must compose and edit before writing their final draft; a
reading and responding section that tests comprehension as well as analytical
skills;a spelling and grammar section; and a using information resources
section in which students' ability to utilize library and research materials
(including the internet) is tested. The mathematics section tests simple
computation of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division as well as
problem solving ability. It also tests the areas of geometry, algebra,
graphing and measurement. Students must not only solve math problems, but
must be able to explain their thinking on some areas of the test. The same is
true for Social Studies and Science. Students will encounter some
straightforward comprehension questions on these tests, but will also be
asked to apply analytical reasoning skills and explain their thinking on
other questions. The St. Tammany Guaranteed Curriculum is in line with the
State Curriculum and will prepare your child for these tests. I am confident
that if your child does the work necessary this year, working together we can
help him or her succeed come testing time!
Parents...PLEASE work with your children during the school year...try not to
stress too much. I will do my very best to make sure your child is prepared
for the test. I'll give all I can...and you and your child give all you
can!!! :)
Below are websites you are welcome to use with your child!
Superstar LEAP Practice
http://www.bookladymel.com/leap.htm
Louisiana Pass
Note: Use your child's screen name and password that was sent home.
http://www.louisianapass.org/
ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies Review!
http://pangea.tec.selu.edu/~vmartinez/ETEC644/teacherlinks.html
Ms. Martinez's Leap practice website
(powerpoints, videos, games, and much more!)
http://pangea.tec.selu.edu/~vmartinez/ETEC644/teacherlinks.html