I find it really hard to get on with revision – help!!!!!

“I used to think the only thing worse than exams was revision!!!! Hours sat staring at an open book when all I wanted to do was go out and play footie. I was getting so stressed out that my mate showed me some websites. I found some wicked ways to help me!”

Deano, 15

If you’ve got exams coming up and you’re freaking out don’t panic! Check out these top tips:

It can help to share ideas with your mates. Figure out which subjects you’re good at and you could all help each other out.

You can look at websites like:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/revision/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/communities/onionstreet/index.shtml?

If you’ve got to learn something really boring make up a song about it. Put the words to the tune of your favourite song and it might help you remember the facts. Go on, give it a go.

Try writing things you need to remember on post it notes.

Things should sink in more if you test yourself and repeat what you’ve learnt.

I’m stressed about exams - what can I do to relax?

You’ll do your best in your exams if you really prepare for them but try these top tips to help you stop you from stressing out:

One step at a time. Study a small chunk everyday rather than trying to learn a huge chunk at the last minute.

Help yourself. Are you an early bird or a night owl?? Figure out the time of day you’re most alert and try to study then.

Short and sweet. Plan your revision so you set yourself realistic targets and reward yourself after sessions… only if you’ve done what you set out to though!

Talk about it. Talk to your mates, parents, carer or teacher. Just talking to someone about how stressed you feel can make you feel better.

Be prepared! Pay attention in class. Do your homework. Study for the exam.

Look after yourself. You'll feel much better about exams if you can get plenty of sleep and a chance to relax. This is important all the time, but even more so before an exam. Try listening to calming music to help you relax or have a milky drink before you go to bed.

Eat well. Even if you’re feeling nervous it’s important to eat properly. Make sure you have breakfast the morning before an exam to help you concentrate. Things like dried fruits and pasta and potatoes are good brain food.

Go easy on yourself. If you don't do as well in your exams as you expected remember it's not the end of the world. Teachers can help you work out what to do next.

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