My son is in 8th grade and his M STEP is coming up in about six weeks. Last year he kind of bombed the math section — not failing, but way below where he should be given how he does in class. His teacher thinks he just gets test anxiety and doesn't pace himself well. This year we're trying to actually prepare instead of just hoping for the best.
We've been looking around for a solid M STEP practice test to use at home, but there's so much out there it's hard to know what's legit. I found a study guide that covers ELA and math together but it feels pretty generic. Has anyone gone through actual prep with their kid and noticed a real difference? Specifically wondering about the math — expressions, equations, that whole unit seems to trip him up.
Would love to hear what timelines worked for people, how many hours per week is realistic for a middle schooler, and any exam tips that actually made a difference on test day. Appreciate any advice from parents who've been through this.