Christian’s Top 8 Traits I Look for in a Test Prep Tutor has got me thinking about the qualities I strive to embody in my work as a tutor. Here, in no particular order, are the 10 Commandments of Tutoring! * * * I. Be friendly and care. Treat your...
What is a good SAT Score? (A Pro Tutor’s Response)
What is a good SAT score? One of the most common questions we are asked by parents and students is, “So, what is a good SAT score?” It’s a natural question! When parents don’t have a good point of reference, they struggle to define a...
SAT Prep: Top 25 Literary Devices on the SAT Test (with Explanations!)
Get a higher SAT Essay score - fast - with our instant-download course. Click here! When analyzing literature and reading on the SAT test, it’s important to know what devices and techniques are being employed. The following is a list of 25 common literary devices you...
Is SAT Prep a Smart Use of Time and Money?
Have you ever wondered if test prep is really necessary? I wanted to start this series off with one of the most urgent questions about test prep: “Why would my kid even need SAT prep or ACT prep?” If you are not sure what purpose SAT prep serves, it might...
Higher SAT and ACT Scores? Read Closer:
Before you quickly scan this article, beware. There’s more to reading than moving your eyes left and right! If you want to not only comprehend what you read, but also develop your powers of critical analysis by engaging with your reading, this is the blog post for...
How to Learn SAT Vocabulary
You may know that studying vocabulary is the number one way to increase your Critical Reading score on the SAT—but have you found the vocab study plan that’s right for you? Here are some tips to make the most of your memorization strategies! 1) Use flashcards!...
Top Tips for the Day of the SAT and ACT Tests
Love the SAT is here to help Austin students prepare for the big test! In addition to helping students master the material, we want to make sure everyone’s Test Day Jitters are at a minimum! The best way to reduce test anxiety is to know what to expect; here are some...
(Infographic) What SAT Prep is Right for Your Score Range?
Should you begin your prep with tutoring or a group class? A student’s starting SAT score range is a very useful metric for deciding where to start their test prep. Use our exclusive infographic below to determine how you can best help your student prep for the...
When to Start SAT Prep
A lot of moms and dads are e-mailing and asking us: when is the optimal time to start preparing for the SAT? Do early birds really get the worm, or is there more to be said for intense preparation and cramming in one or two months leading up to the test? The answer...