None of us like the thought of having to revise for exams. But a little planning can make things go a lot smoother!
>> Plan your revision to suit you – some people work best when it’s quiet, others prefer background music. Work little and often taking regular breaks and leave time for sleep and relaxing.
>> Take the stress out of revision by starting early and making a revision timetable. Make sure all your coursework is finished in good time or you could lose marks.
>> Talk to your parents or carers, friends and teachers if you need help and support at any time.
Your revision plan
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First things first - write a timetable!
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Work a little and often
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Find the best place to revise
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Break each subject into small bits
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Make notes
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Use highlighter pens
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Practice on past exam papers
Stressbusters
You can relax by …
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listening to music
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shopping
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playing football or another sport
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watching TV
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having a bath
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going dancing
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using lavender essential oil
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doing yoga or meditation
But don’t forget to do some work!
Believe it or not - alcohol, drugs and cigarettes won’t help! Eating healthy food and exercising will (honestly!).
Top tips for exams:
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Have a calendar with all your exams written in - and look at it!!
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Think ahead - if you think you might get stuck in traffic then leave the house earlier.
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Do you know what room your exam is in?
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Have a checklist for things like pens, rulers and calculators - then you won't be having to think about it just before you go in.
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Learn some deep breathing exercises.
Useful links:
BBC revision
Revision planners, chat and guides. Lots of useful stuff.
Fetch!
More useful links.
Connexions Direct
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