Thursday, September 15, 2016

Dare to Read


Redeem cool tokens and gifts for completed items and books from the school librarian.
No.
Item
Remarks
a.
10 Missions
-          Brand new storyline and characters
-          Missions come in individual pieces, not in booklet form
-          Every 2 missions will form one board game
-          5 sets to be collected
-          Exchange 1 token for every 2 missions
b.
4 sets of Character Cards
-          Students need the cards in order to play the board game
c.
2 sets of Game Tokens
-          Students need the game tokens in order to play the board game
d.
1 Bonus Mission + Feedback Form
-          Students need to complete both bonus mission and feedback form in order to redeem the last token, which is the DTR tote bag.
-          Feedback form to be given to school librarian
e.
1 Introduction and guide to Dare to Read: The Board Game
-          Game instructions
f.
Dare to Read Plastic Folder
-          To be given to all students to store their missions

 

Monday, September 12, 2016

Staying on track in prepping for exams


• Draw up a study plan ahead of the exam season, and start revising early.

•Allocate enough time to go through each subject, and set aside even more time for the challenging ones.

• Sum up key points, and compile study notes or a mind map. Take time to structure and make sense of information; try not to memorise.

• Write down and talk through what you have learnt.

• Review your notes at a desk, not on your bed.

• Try practice papers to familiarise yourself with key concepts.

• Do not be afraid to consult a teacher or a friend if you have problems understanding a topic.

• Take short, regular breaks - 15 minutes for an hour of revision, for instance.

• Look up common mistakes made in past tests and exams, and learn from them.

• Reward yourself occasionally - maybe with a movie - to stay motivated.

• Get a good eight hours of sleep every night.