Dissecting the New CogAT: Full Length Test Prep with a Perfect Scorer - CogAT 7 Traps and Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Written by a perfect CogAT test scorer, this is a comprehensive study guide for students preparing for the newest CogAT Form 7. The test tips are derived from the author's extensive research on educational psychology in general and on CogAT in particular. It covers CogAT Form 7 from Level 10 up to Level 17/18. It includes a full length CogAT Form 7 practice test and a detailed solution for every test problem. This book also provides a general strategy for taking standard tests. Any elementary or middle school student preparing for a group abilities test would benefit from this book. About the author: Karen Ge is a student at Kennedy Junior High School in Illinois at the time of publishing. She scored a perfect 99 NPR (National Percentile Rank) in each of the three cognitive areas (Verbal, Quantitative, and Nonverbal) on the CogAT Form 7.



From the Back Cover:



"Karen Ge has developed an engaging and thoughtful strategy for helping students become more mindful about their approach to taking the CogAT Form 7. The skills learned in this strategy go far beyond the taking of a test. They are essential to success in school, in work, and in life."



Arthur L. Costa, Ed.D Professor Emeritus

California State University, Sacramento and

Co-director, Institute for Habits of Mind



"From verbal analogy traps to paper folding strategies, from standard test pitfalls to managing impulsivity tips, Karen Ge has provided a comprehensive and well-written test study guide. A must for everyone preparing for CogAT, OLSAT, or any other ability test!"



Frank Stephan, Ph.D

Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science

National University of Singapore



"Karen Ge has written a wonderful, helpful book that will give students a big assist in preparing for the difficult CogAT test. Ge has done a first rate job!"



Dan Elish, Author of

The School for the Insanely Gifted