Get the Right Book for Every Stage of Your Child’s Learning.
Step into Popular Bookstore, and you’ll instantly feel overwhelmed by the endless rows of assessment books. With so many options, how do you know which one is the best for your child?
Between school, tuition, CCAs, and everything else crammed into your child’s busy schedule, time is precious. Making them work on an assessment book that doesn’t address their weak spots or support their progress is simply unproductive. That’s why choosing the right book is so important.
How to Choose the Right Assessment Book for Your Child
Finding the perfect assessment book doesn’t have to be a guessing game. The key is to choose one that fits your child’s specific learning needs and helps them improve.
- Understand Your Child’s Current Level
Start by figuring out where your child stands. Are they still mastering the basics, brushing up on concepts for revision, or ready for advanced-level challenges? Matching the book to their current stage will keep them engaged and motivated.
- Ensure MOE Syllabus Alignment
Ensure the book is aligned with Singapore’s MOE syllabus. This guarantees your child is practicing the skills and content that are most relevant to their schoolwork and exams.
- Choose Books with Step-by-Step Answer Guides
Look for books that provide detailed, step-by-step explanations in their answer keys. They don’t just give the right answer but explain how to get there, so your child can learn more independently. It’s super handy for parents who don’t have the time to go through every mistake—or let’s be honest, sometimes we’re not even sure of the answers ourselves!
- Consider Recommendations from Educators
Books recommended by tutors or trusted tuition centres are often tested and proven to work. These experts know which resources are effective for building specific skills and confidence.
- Look for Credible Reviews
Check with fellow parents, especially those who’ve been in the same boat. Their insights can help you pinpoint books that are more effective.
5 Best Recommended Assessment Books for Each Primary Subject
These books are carefully selected through insights from experienced educators and parents who have tested these books firsthand. Each book comes from well-known publishers that are trusted for their quality learning materials. Whether your child is looking to build their foundation, revising for exams, or ready for more advanced work, we’ve picked the top books in each category to support their learning.
English
- Best for building foundation
1. Singapore Asia Publishers Learning English Series
2. CPD 100 English Worksheets Series
3. Marshall Cavendish Cloze Practice Series & Grammar MCQs Explained Series
4. EPH Diagnostic Practice In English
5. Casco Grammar Tutor
- Best for Revision
1. Singapore Asia Publishers Conquer English Primary School Leaving Examination Simulated Examination Papers
2. EPH English Practice Package
3. EPH Spot On PSLE English Exam Analysis and Guide
4. CPD English Practice Papers Second Edition
5. CPD The A-Star Difference Series
- Best for Advanced Learners
- Singapore Asia Publishers Conquer English Series
2. Singapore Asia Publishers Conquer ELITE
3. EPH Ultimate Guide for Grammar, Vocabulary and Comprehension
4. EPH Challenging English 4-in-1
5. SAP Learning+ Superduper Model Composition
Mathematics
- Best for building foundation
- Singapore Asia Publishers Learning Mathematics
2. Singapore Asia Publishers Learning+ Mathematics Speed & Accuracy Training
3. . FAN-Math My Complete Guide To Word Problems: BASIC
4. EPH Maths Practice 1000+
5. EPH Intensive Maths Drills New Syllabus
- Best For Revision
1. Singapore Asia Publishers Learning+ Primary Mathematics Mock Examinations
2. SL Education PSLE Mathematics Problem Solving Skills Series
3. FAN-Math Top School Assessments
4. CDP Mathematics Practice Papers (Mastering Examination/Assessment Skills Through Practice)
5. EPH Intensive Mathematics Practice Second Edition
- Best for Advanced Learners
1. Singapore Asia Publishers Learning + Powerful Maths Methods To Solve Challenging Problem Sums
2. Singapore Asia Publishers Conquer Exam-Standard Mathematics Problem Sums with Terry Chew
3. Onsponge ThinkingMath Conquer Problem Sums Primary
4. Marshall Cavendish Visible Thinking
5. EPH Challenging Math
Chinese
- Best for building foundation
1. Singapore Asia Publishers 小学华文 课文字词手册A Handbook of Chinese Vocabulary
2. Singapore Asia Publishers 小学华文 同步练习 & 每课必练 Chinese Topical Exercises & Lesson Practice
3. EPH Chinese Weekly Revision 每周华文课文复习
4. EPH Chinese Daily Intensive Practice
5. Marshall Cavendish Happy Practice 小学华文快乐练习
- Best for Revision
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- Singapore Asia Publishers 小学华文 一课一卷 Chinese Topical Trial Tests & Lesson Exercises
2. Singapore Asia Publishers 会考满分冲刺 PSLE华文模拟试卷 PSLE Chinese Trial Examination Papers
3. EPH Chinese Top the Class: Term & Semestral Papers 全优华文学段测验
4. EPH Tackling Chinese Language Usage P6 专攻华文 语文应用
5. Casco Chinese Mock Exam papers 欢乐伙伴 华文 模拟试卷
- Best for Advanced Learners
1. Singapore Asia Publishers 501 华文 语文应用501 Questions on Language and Usage for Primary Chinese
2. Singapore Asia Publishers Conquer Higher Chinese / Chinese Language and Usage
3. Victoria Publications Higher Chinese Comprehensive Exercises 欢乐伙伴补充练习
4. Singapore Asia Publishers Simulated PSLE Higher Chinese Examination Papers
5. Marlinsons 画龙点睛 – 语文应用
Science
- Best for building foundation
1. Conquer Science Daily Multiple-choice Questions for Inquiry-based Learning & Conquer Science Daily Open-ended Questions for Inquiry-based Learning
2. Marshall Cavendish PSLE Science Examiners’ Secrets Revealed
3. EPH Janet Sim Science Notes & Practice / Guided Practice
4. GLM Bitesize Topical Revision Questions
5. GLM Understanding Science Lower Block / Upper Block
- Best for Revision
1. Singapore Asia Publishers Conquer Science Primary School Leaving Examination Simulated Examination Papers
2. EPH Commonly Tested Science Examination Questions
3. Marshall Cavendish Science Practice
4. GLM Science Specimen Papers
5. Marshall Cavendish Science PSLE Revision and Examination Papers
- Best for Advanced Learners
1. Singapore Asia Publishers A* Science Answering Techniques Revealed For Upper Primary Levels
2. Marshall Cavendish Latest PSLE Style Open-Ended Questions
3. Singapore Asia Publishers Learning Higher Order Skills and Thinking Processes in Science
4. EPH Janet Sim Science OEQ
5. EPH Science Commonly-Tested & Challenging Exam Questions
Ultimately, choosing the right assessment book isn’t just about picking the “best” one, but the “right” one for your child’s needs. The right book can help your child not only excel in the subject but also build confidence and independence in their learning. It’s about quality over quantity.
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