Read complex texts every day – quality literature, long-form journalism, essays. After reading, practise writing one-sentence summaries of the author’s argument and technique. This builds the analytical reading speed ACER tests.
Work through Year 8 maths problem sets without a calculator. Focus on multi-step word problems and unfamiliar applications of familiar concepts – this is where ACER questions live.
Do 15 verbal reasoning questions every morning before school. Consistency over weeks builds the pattern recognition that makes verbal analogies feel automatic.
Practise number sequences and matrix reasoning daily. Apps like logic puzzles and abstract reasoning games genuinely help – the skill transfers directly.
Write one 15-minute timed piece every two days. Get feedback from a teacher or parent on your opening sentence and vocabulary choices. Read the model responses in this course multiple times and identify specific techniques to replicate.
