Test prep season is almost here, and for many students (and teachers!), that means stress, anxiety, and endless drills. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Learning should be fun, even when preparing for big exams. I am big on creating “lifetime learners,” and test prep games have been a huge help in making even the most stressful subject areas enjoyable.
As a homeschool parent, I’ve seen firsthand how my daughter—who has ASD and is easily overwhelmed—struggles with traditional test prep methods. Worksheets frustrate her, and timed quizzes make her shut down. But I have always been able to find a Boom deck that gamifies the learning and turns stress into fun.
One of the hardest parts of test prep is not knowing if you’re getting the answers right. With Boom Cards, students get instant feedback after each question, helping them learn from mistakes immediately.
My daughter used to freeze up on math problems because she feared being wrong. Now, she works through Boom decks at her own pace, getting real-time corrections that help her build confidence instead of stress. I can see exactly where her learning gaps are, which allows us to work on those skills separately.
Timed tests can be overwhelming for any learner. Who wants to be timed on skills? Boom Cards allow students to practice at their own speed, mastering concepts without the anxiety of a countdown timer.
For reading comprehension practice, my daughter used to rush through passages, worried about time limits. Then, we found some reading comprehension escape rooms on Boom, and everything changed. She worked through the challenges at a comfortable pace, focusing on accuracy rather than speed. You can build skills first and then add a timer to strengthen test-taking endurance. She now LOVES reading!
Let’s be honest—traditional test prep can be boring. Repetitive worksheets and multiple-choice drills don’t always hold kids’ attention. Boom Cards use interactive elements like drag-and-drop, matching, and audio support to make learning feel like a game. Boom decks have so many fun activities: Escape Rooms, disappearing games, Ink, flashlight find – there is something for everyone!
My daughter loved the Escape Room games when we practiced order of operations. Because it felt like a fun challenge, she practiced longer and retained more information.
Whether your student is in a traditional classroom, homeschooling, or getting extra tutoring, Boom Learning makes test prep more effective and less stressful. The interactive format turns review sessions into engaging, low-pressure learning experiences and also allows you to collect valuable data at the same time.
Ready to look for some test prep games? Check out our Boom store for math, reading, science, and more test prep decks. Your student can prepare with confidence—without the stress,