Though many K-2 teachers will argue the reasoning behind giving a standardized test to a young child, we accept that educational mandates require many of us to do so. We also must acknowledge that such tests not only test state standards, but also skills that may not be required by state standards at the Kindergarten or 1st Grade level. The four areas highlighted in this packet are designed to help students prepare for questions that may or may not be on the test in the areas of time, money, cal