The Newsela Spring Test Prep Toolkit helps educators balance skill reinforcement with meaningful instruction during testing season. Instead of drill-and-kill prep, this toolkit uses authentic content to strengthen reading, writing, and critical thinking skills aligned to assessments.

Use this toolkit to support test readiness while keeping students engaged, motivated, and focused on learning—not just test performance.

Key Benefits

With this toolkit, educators can:

• Reinforce assessment-aligned literacy skills
• Reduce student burnout during testing season
• Use authentic, real-world content for practice
• Support reading, writing, and evidence-based responses
• Maintain instructional momentum during spring testing windows

Who Should Use This Guide?

This resource is designed for:

• Classroom teachers
• Test-prep coordinators
• School administrators
• Instructional coaches