A Kids Book About Tests

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For Ages 5+

Tests exist to help teachers learn more about their students so they can work together toward success!

Testing has changed a lot over the years, and that’s a good thing! Today, tests (or assessments) exist to help teachers support kids by learning what each kid knows, and importantly, where attention is needed for better understanding. This book was written to break down myths about testing and provide a window to the role of teachers in helping each and every kid!

Missi Thurman (she/her), an education consultant based in Portland, Oregon, champions teacher teamwork and has a nerd-level passion for data-driven instruction. Her company, Educational Excellence, advocates for students and strives to help educators meet their increasingly diverse needs. She cherishes time with her husband and the ever-growing number of kids who join their home.

Hardback Size: 8in. x 10in.
ISBN: 979-8-89281-050-0
Printed in the USA

66 pages

Copyright 2023
Designed in Portland, Oregon

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Dr. J.V.
Essential Addition to Any Parent's or Teacher's Library

As both a mother of a child who struggled with severe test anxiety and a public school teacher who has comforted many tearful students during test season, I wish I had this book 25 years ago. Missy Thurman’s genuine love for classroom teachers, students, and learning radiates through every page. With clear, accessible language, she demystifies assessment practices, helping students understand not only what tests are but also how their results inform teaching. This book empowers children by framing assessments as a collaborative process between student and teacher—reminding them that their worth extends far beyond a test score. It’s an essential addition to any parent’s or teacher’s library.

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E. T.
Wonderful Resource

This book has been very helpful for my kiddo that struggles with test anxiety. Our family has been thankful for this resource, and plan to pull it out again when the end of year state testing comes around!

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Cate B.M.M.
The Heart of Testing

Missi Thurman gets to the heart of testing in her thoughtful treatise, A Kids Book About Tests. High-stakes testing isn’t going away any time soon, and for many teachers and kids, that means test anxiety is real. Missi cracks open the mystery of why we test kids in simple, friendly language. Tests, or assessments, are the tools teachers use to plan what to teach next. Missi uses the analogy of a treasure chest revealing the secrets of what a student knows and what a student needs to know. The simple reason we assess kids is to gather information, not to judge them. A Kids Book About Tests is a welcome addition to the family of A Kids Book About……

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Kathryn U.
A must have book for the classroom.

A Kids Book About Testing is a fantastic resource for young readers and educators alike. In simple, accessible language, it demystifies the concept of testing, helping students understand its purpose and reducing any anxiety surrounding it. The book fosters growth mindset, emphasizing that tests are just one way to learn about what we know, and that mistakes are a natural part of the learning process. As an educator, I appreciate how it encourages students to view testing as an opportunity for growth rather than stress. This book is a wonderful tool for guiding students through the sometimes intimidating world of assessments in a positive, empowering way.

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Missi T.
A Must Read for Educators, Grown Ups and Students Alike!

"A Kids Book About Tests" is a refreshing and empowering take on a topic that often feels overwhelming for kids and adults alike. As the author, I wanted to create a resource that shifts the conversation about testing from one of anxiety to one of opportunity.

In this book, I explain how modern assessments are designed to support learning, uncover each student's unique strengths, and provide valuable insights for teachers to better meet the needs of every learner. It's an honest, myth-busting exploration that breaks down what testing really is—and what it isn’t—making it approachable and relatable for kids, parents, and teachers.

This book is as much about fostering understanding as it is about advocacy. I hope readers walk away with a new perspective on how tests can be tools for growth and how educators are partners in their success.

Whether you’re a parent looking to ease your child’s worries, a teacher seeking ways to start conversations about assessments, or a student curious about why tests matter, this book is for you. My greatest hope is that it provides reassurance, sparks dialogue, and offers a window into the vital role of assessments in learning.

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