2011 PSLE Discussions and Strategy

[phankao]

Leanne:

Pixidust,


Different child has got different study pattern.

I know some do very last min, yet do very well.Bottom line, its the quality of the work done rather than the quantity.

Just to share, last year, ds did all his sa1 and sa2 math well in advance, in the end, din do very well.Comparing to some classmates of his, its really nothing close.

Thus , we have learnt, its to pace according to the child standard .
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Still marvellous. Your kids didn't protest, so good.

[Brenda10]

pixiedust:

I do agree the questions are not new but they try to sell that they are using efficient solution aka 'tricks'.


eg. 'What is the maximum number of 2-cm square cards that can be cut from a vanguard sheet 20cm by 25cm' Solution :
20/2=10
25/2=12.5->12 (use the smaller whole number)
10x12=120
Ans: 120 cards

Note: The answer is not (20x25) / (2x2) = 500 /4 = 125 cards <-- this is would be my ds's first solution

Hope I was able to share my 2cents worth.

I am really amazed by everyone's motivation level and energy. Puts me to shame, I am too lax, unable to 持之以恒.

Aiyoh. Don't say like that lah. I'm sure you are one of the most motivated and energetic parents.

[tisha]

pixiedust:

I do agree the questions are not new but they try to sell that they are using efficient solution aka 'tricks'.


eg. 'What is the maximum number of 2-cm square cards that can be cut from a vanguard sheet 20cm by 25cm' Solution :
20/2=10
25/2=12.5->12 (use the smaller whole number)
10x12=120
Ans: 120 cards

Note: The answer is not (20x25) / (2x2) = 500 /4 = 125 cards <-- this is would be my ds's first solution

Hope I was able to share my 2cents worth.

Thanks pixiedust for sharing your inputs on this book. Will browse thru it on my next visit to popular.
[quote]
I am really amazed by everyone's motivation level and energy. Puts me to shame, I am too lax, unable to 持之以恒.[/quote]We inspire one another and encourage not to give up, yeah? Thats the beauty of this forum I would say.
Of course some parents go to extreme lenghts and they also have extrememly coperative dd/ds. But we should work consistently together with our kids to match their ability, style and pace.

[Leanne]

Hello everyone,


How time flies, holidays is coming to an end.How is holidays for everyone?

Its a good break for us, cos no need to rush to school early in the morning.

I spent time sorting out all the past year papers cos it has been so messy.Just wonder, what is the difference in sa1 and prelim paper for math, can anyone advice?thanks


Regards
Leanne

[tisha]

Leanne:

Hello everyone,


How time flies, holidays is coming to an end.How is holidays for everyone?

Its a good break for us, cos no need to rush to school early in the morning.

I spent time sorting out all the past year papers cos it has been so messy.Just wonder, what is the difference in sa1 and prelim paper for math, can anyone advice?thanks


Regards
Leanne

I guess SA1 will have more Qs on the recently taught topics like speed and circles while prelims should be more balanced i.e. all the topics. Just my guess. :idea: Hope some math teacher/tutor can clarify for us.

[Brenda10]

Leanne:

Hello everyone,


How time flies, holidays is coming to an end.How is holidays for everyone?

Its a good break for us, cos no need to rush to school early in the morning.

I spent time sorting out all the past year papers cos it has been so messy.Just wonder, what is the difference in sa1 and prelim paper for math, can anyone advice?thanks


Regards
Leanne

Hi Leanne

We watch three show for this school holiday and dd also enjoy some books like Sir Fong's Adverntures in Science.

Not yet start the prelim papers but for SA1 papers we came across questions on circle, speed, volume and pie chart etc Guess prelim will be 大团圆.

[Pen88n]

quote="Leanne"]Hello everyone,


How time flies, holidays is coming to an end.How is holidays for everyone?

Its a good break for us, cos no need to rush to school early in the morning.

I spent time sorting out all the past year papers cos it has been so messy.Just wonder, what is the difference in sa1 and prelim paper for math, can anyone advice?thanks


Regards
Leanne[/quote]

Hi Leanne,

I think the SA1 paper and Prelim should be covering the same contents _ by then, most schools should have finish the whole PSLE syllabus. However, the SA 1 paper may have more questions coverage for the new topics covered in P6 to ensure testing and foundation of these topics. The prelim paper will be more like overall all in one.

[Leanne]

Hi Brenda10,


I run thr the prelim papers, its also mostly on speed, circle, piechart and volume.

Wow, u are forever good in chinese, pei fu.

We have spent some time in the pool and on wii game to unwind and recharge before the school starts.


Cheers
Leanne

Brenda10:

Leanne:

Hello everyone,

How time flies, holidays is coming to an end.How is holidays for everyone?

Its a good break for us, cos no need to rush to school early in the morning.

I spent time sorting out all the past year papers cos it has been so messy.Just wonder, what is the difference in sa1 and prelim paper for math, can anyone advice?thanks


Regards
Leanne

Hi Leanne

We watch three show for this school holiday and dd already enjoy some books like Sir Fong's Adverntures in Science.

Not yet start the prelim papers but for SA1 papers we came across questions on circle, speed, volume and pie chart etc Guess prelim will be 大团圆.

[Brenda10]

Pen88n:

I think the SA1 paper and Prelim should be covering the same contents _ by then, most schools should have finish the whole PSLE syllabus. However, the SA 1 paper may have more questions coverage for the new topics covered in P6 to ensure testing and foundation of these topics. The prelim paper will be more like overall all in one.

Hi Pen88n

Yes, I agree with your analysis. Prelim will be the wrap up for all topics had learnt during the primary school.

[Brenda10]

Leanne:

Hi Brenda10,


I run thr the prelim papers, its also mostly on speed, circle, piechart and volume.

Wow, u are forever good in chinese, pei fu.

We have spent some time in the pool and on wii game to unwind and recharge before the school starts.


Cheers
Leanne

Hi Leanne

I think the questions for speed and volume will be getting more cheem in prelim paper.

My CL is so so only and still have long way to learn lah.

Let’s hope all the children have charge enough battery for the next race.

Cheers