The best SAT Books for self study | SAT Self-Study Part 2

[@PrepwithJen]

Time stamps 1:41 - SAT Reading book 3:20 - SAT Writing book 4:19 - SAT Math book 6:55 - How to prioritize your time 8:09 - How to use official practice exams 10:45 - Track your mistakes

[@zainab8768]

hey, I can use these books for the year 2023.

[@PrepwithJen]

@@zainab8768 you should be able to. If a new edition comes out before your test, you can use that, but these books should suffice if you already have them

[@zainab8768]

@@PrepwithJen thank you

[@anushkamohanty3990]

If you buy the Erica meltzer books or college panda books turn to the last few pages, you'll see each question from each practice test categorised like she mentioned and you can make note of it from there:)

[@iqrafatima035-b9]

This is the best video that I have come across. It should have millions of views... 😅

[@tarikhamir]

the best video on sat prep i've watched so far

[@hectorandresmartinezluna312]

Nice! Literally all of my test prep books were included in this video!

[@_luvchey]

I've been studying for almost the whole summer and got my score from a 680 to a 980, almost 1000. I have done Kaplan courses over the summer and everything was complicated and fast for me, and I'm now getting recommended these books when I have my SAT on October 2nd. How can effectively study with these books because I now have to cram everything in, and I've been doing a little bit of Khan Academy stuff too, but what can I do to manage my time and study effectively without wasting any more time??

[@_luvchey]

@Ruru Just Thank you, love!

[@markmouchamel2882]

@@_luvchey how well did you do?

[@shahanaparveen1223]

@Ruru Just where do i learn the concepts from, is there any book?

[@memoid9017]

You just gained a subscriber :) (also what are your thoughts on the sat black book)

[@PrepwithJen]

Thanks for your support! The black book is great for learning overall strategy and is a good companion guide to the official practice exams. It can feel a bit long and repetitive at times, but I think most students will find his conversational tone easy to digest. I like Mike's emphasis on thinking about why answers are correct and what specifically makes one answer better than another. Just remember though, that it's still very important for you to think critically about each of your wrong answers rather than simply relying on his explanations.

[@louscorneroftheinternet]

I have two and half months until my SAT, this will help me a lot! Thank you!

[@kripa136]

Hey how was it .. so u have any tips for a beginner? Thinking of doing the December sat and I’m an international student

[@MamaChilanga]

Would you consider sharing a Google Sheets template for the Error Log tracking mistakes?

[@kiaramedeiros9137]

This video is very thorough and extremely helpful! I just started my SAT studying, and had no idea how to manage my individualized prep plan. So, I purchased the college board 2nd edition for ALL subject tests (don't think I need ALL). Is this a good book to take practice tests from?

[@rimishasrivastava8740]

how many hours do u study per day?

[@thoughts6033]

Thank you for sharing!

[@emilynguyen7766]

Hi Jen! This video was so very helpful in my search for great SAT books. Can you recommend me any workbooks for the reading section?

[@PrepwithJen]

Hi Emily - the best reading exercises are those from real college board practice exams. You can also supplement them with practice passages from Khan Academy. Lastly, be sure you're reading whenever possible. Depending on how much time you have before the test, I would focus on scientific articles, current events, and literary works.

[@noahwilliams2078]

Jen you content quality is top notch and the information is highly useful. Quick Question: I'm looking to work on my fundamentals in Maths, is there any SAT related book? Secondly, beside Erica Meltzer reading book is there more practical alternative to it? Thanks

[@nirvanakitty1007]

Can I do all of this in 3 months? I’m great in mathematics but I have switched from Cambridge curriculum after my igcses into American curriculum. I’m now in grade 11 and I’m supposed to do my SATs on March - June. I have no idea what’s going on in English. What do you suggest? My teachers don’t teach SAT English. Please help me here and tell me what do I do.

[@PrepwithJen]

Yes, 3 months is a decent amount of time to prepare for the SAT. Be sure to check out my SAT reading and writing playlists to get an overview of the exam. If you'd like more personalized guidance, feel free to visit my website (www.prepwithjen.com) and schedule a phone consultation.

[@nirvanakitty1007]

@@PrepwithJen thabk you so much! I will.

[@habibahasan8573]

Hey! I have got Erica L. Meltzer's SAT Reading book of "Fourth Edition" and I'm taking my exam on 5th of Dec, should I get third edition or latest would work? Please let me know.

[@shikhargambhir7317]

What are your views on Kaplan SAT math prep as well as Kaplan SAT Reading and Writing prep?

[@PrepwithJen]

In general, I don't recommend books from big publishers (Kaplan, Princeton Review, etc.) as your primary source of practice material. The questions aren't usually representative of real SAT questions, so you risk developing bad habits. There is an exception though: if you are aiming for a 1500+ score and you have exhausted all of the College Board practice exams, then it may be OK to try a few practice tests from other publishers. At this point, you should be very familiar with how real SAT questions are structured, so you'll be able to recognize questions that are not realistic.

[@mija1570]

I soo recommend the panda book

[@sarvarazizovich9763]

How can I get PDF version of this panda book? Pls tell me if u know

[@pweseries6644]

any other website to get newer editions of book. There I found old books only

[@habibahasan8573]

Hey there! The link that you provided is it for the latest (2020) edition? Please let me know.

[@pweseries6644]

@@habibahasan8573 do you have any collage panda latest book or latest black book??

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[@LolaFayzulloyeva-k3t]

Hi. What about the Princeton Review book?

[@riyanshbuktar854]

#Professional advice....This video was really very helpful! Thanks!

[@olaideoduyemi1836]

I found your video very helpful.I went over to the app and did my first ever full SAT test and I got 890. Is that good??And do you think I can improve to maybe a 1500(honest opinion).

[@PrepwithJen]

Based on your score, it sounds like you need to fill in some fundamental gaps. Start small by reading things you enjoy and learning grammar rules. For math, you'll want to review algebraic concepts, as those are heavily emphasized on the SAT. Log all of your missed questions and write down a detailed explanation for why your original thought process was incorrect and what makes the right answer the best choice. Whether you can get to a 1500 depends on how much time you devote to mastering the fundamentals and understanding the root cause of your mistakes. I hope this helps and good luck!

[@olaideoduyemi1836]

@@PrepwithJen how much time would I have to put in daily?? (that test was a spur of the moment,I didn't study or anything! is that a good way to start??) Also what book do you recommend I start with based on my score

[@PrepwithJen]

You can use the books I recommended in this video, but you will likely need to supplement them with other sources (e.g., Kuta Software and Khan Academy for math drills and lessons, news articles, etc.). I can't tell you exactly how many hours you need to study, but the key is consistency. A few hours each day will really add up. Also, make sure you are very focused when you study by clearing away as many distractions as possible.

[@olaideoduyemi1836]

@@PrepwithJen thanks so much for answering all my questions.I will work as hard as I can, and hopefully I'll get back to you with an amazing positive update.

[@asegedechmulat6969]

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[@vivianli2058]

hi for the sat writing book from college panda does it include every test number and what type of question it is on the back like what they did for the critical reading book ? please let me know that way it can’t be easy for me to determine what type of question it is

[@saptarshidas9150]

Is there any big difference in college panda's math book 1st and 2nd difference??

[@debdeepmishra2641]

This video really helped me alot .I am facing problems in Reading and Writing section can you plz suggest what should be good for me

[@coolname1277]

Thank you! This was really helpful. Do you think SAT Vocabulary and SAT Grammar of Erica Meltzer are really that necessary? Have you used them? I don’t think just memorizing a thousand words is going to do anything.

[@PrepwithJen]

I don't think it's necessary to strictly memorize vocabulary. However, if you struggle with grammar rules, a grammar workbook like the one from erica meltzer would be helpful

[@harmanjotsingh4230]

Can you or anyone help me I am in a dilemma? Should I go with college Panda or PWN the sat math guide for the math section. Both are highly highly rated My goal is 800 (to make up for my garbage comprehension of English) Can anyone who has used both give me a good comparison of the two? That's all I completely conform to the other recommendations those are definitely what I will use for reading and writing!

[@ninjablack6384]

Very nice video.

[@abdulixlah1599]

I struggle alot with khan academy and the official SAT guide however I understood the college panda math book. Is it good enough to just study math from the college panda book?

[@PrepwithJen]

Since the official SAT guide is written by the creator of the SAT, I'd highly recommend you become comfortable with the questions in there in addition to the panda book.

[@sansita597]

Hi is there a huge difference between the editions of the book, because there is a 4th edition of Erica meltzer? And also 2nd edition of college panda? pls answer

[@PrepwithJen]

If you don't already have the workbook, then I would get the newest edition, which will include some updates and corrections to things like formatting errors and typos. If you already have an earlier edition of the book, however, then I don't think you need to buy another copy just for the updates. Just make sure your version of the book targets the post-2016 SAT.

[@niamatullahkhilji2833]

what should we do first should we study books first or practice on khan academy

[@liorshavit8451]

What do you think about the Black Book?

[@habilisgenderov332]

Right now, i score 1300 after 2 months of practice. I used panda books. Can i score 1450+ on december Sat if i study with erica's books? Plss be honest

[@yothatscharlie8726]

All depends on what u out into it

[@francescobojorquez9569]

what’d u get?

[@ulkaerg]

how was your exam , any tips? I have a exam at may

[@vivianli2058]

hi for the critical reader fourth edition i highlighted all the types of questions i missed on the offices sat study practice test but when i look through the chapter and did those practice questions i tend to get a lot of them wrong even tho when they walk u through it seems easy to me. why is this happening ? any suggestions ?

[@PrepwithJen]

I can't speak to the specifics of why this is happening to you, but in general, one of the main reasons for this problem is you haven't yet figured out the root cause of your mistakes. Reading someone else's explanation will make sense, but the ability to conjure up a new solution under a different scenario requires a deep understanding of the problem and how the test works. One of my main goals for my students is to train them to think like the test writer.

[@vivianli2058]

Prep with Jen yea i understand i know my mistakes it’s time management. i understand all the notes inside the book and when i get to the questions i get it but i tend to get it wrong. any suggestions

[@vivianli2058]

Prep with Jen i understand my mistakes i took notes i tried my best explaining why i missed it but u can’t remeber why u miss a question. so i write i missed this because i didn’t understand the material blah blah

[@vivianli2058]

Prep with Jen and when u use that book do u still need to take notes or can u just read the explanations when i do i understand it more and some of my answers were careless errors

[@homestudywastaken]

is the collage panda book good for digital sat

[@icecreamrocks8732]

What if you have a very low score below 700 what book would you prefer😔

[@PrepwithJen]

Regardless of your starting point, these books will provide valuable tips to help you boost your foundation. I would also use Khan Academy's practice drills (see part 1 of the video series) to supplement your studying.

[@helyaf4647]

Is it necessary to buy both panda writing and erica meltzer book?

[@PrepwithJen]

I would say one should suffice, unless you're looking for more practice/ a different way of explaining concepts.

[@helyaf4647]

@@PrepwithJen thank u so much ❤️can I also recommend a math book for beginners that stars from simple to hard ?

[@helyaf4647]

Can you*****

[@PrepwithJen]

The College Panda book should fit the bill. If you struggle with a particular concept, you can search for worksheets on www.kutasoftware.com that isolate the concept. Check out this video for more information: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZLVlpJ3o8ytask.

[@muhammadtaahahashmi1079]

mam Do I need to have all three books separately or SAT study guide contains these three parts?

[@lohuljnv7422]

How much would all of the books you mentioned would approximately cost? Btw, thanks for the help!

[@nickiiishan5050]

88$ on amazon

[@habibahasan8573]

Hey there! I've got The College Panda SAT Math "New SAT" edition is that alright or should I get second edition? Please let me know.

[@PrepwithJen]

The second edition has a few updates, but if you already have the original edition, it should work just fine.

[@habibahasan8573]

Thankyou

[@xiuwenzhu8702]

Hi, what books should I use that I am abt one month to take the exam?

[@PrepwithJen]

Math and grammar are the easiest to drill, so I'd start with those.

[@aleeha67]

Mam, is that college board SAT book is necessary ?

[@drios7759]

is there a big difference between the 2018 edition of the college board blue book compare to the 2020 edition? btw, this vid is really helpful thank you 💜

[@PrepwithJen]

The 2020 version replaces tests 2 and 4 with 9 and 10, which can both be found on College Board's website as well as on Khan Academy.

[@muhammadmukhshaf4778]

Does CollegePanda have a SAT Reading book?

[@Just4kicks_]

Do you think it’s to late to take the test? I did bad while in high school and I wanna go to community and retake the test so I can transfer to a university

[@PrepwithJen]

Nope, not too late! I know students in your situation - as long as you are motivated and stick with a study plan, you can do it.

[@iliannaisreading]

Ahh I got an 1140 and I want to really improve it to be around 1500-1600. I know that my weakest is math, reading i got a 670. Do I really need the The Critical Reader or should I stick to the official tests to slightly improve my reading grade? Thank you! EDIT: ooooh i forgot to ask! What SAT Math College Panda edition should I get? The one for the New SAT or 2nd edition? Same question for The Critical Reader. Are there any differences with editions?

[@Tina-hp5vy]

I've been scoring around the same with a 1160 so far. I use the college panda new SAT book and looking into the erica reading book. I struggle the most in reading

[@safiaasma8719]

I have the math Princeton Review is that enough???

[@ulkaerg]

hi, how is book? I do not know should I buy this book or not.

[@sarvarazizovich9763]

How can I get PDF version of those books?

[@taanyareddy8301]

@@Mrinmoye_ I do

[@madinabekkaliyeva6625]

@@Mrinmoye_ can u send me pls?

[@madinabekkaliyeva6625]

@@Mrinmoye_ did you send me links? because i can't find them

[@madinabekkaliyeva6625]

@@Mrinmoye_ u mean gmail? I have checked, but there no mails from u

[@hkhan4533]

Look at the comments above

[@helyaf4647]

Can I recommend a math book for beginners ?

[@helyaf4647]

You**

[@XyZ-ps8ew]

Hi, the SAT official guide is available online right? So instead of that can I buy the black book or should I buy the SAT official guide only?I'm super confused Please help me out😔

[@PrepwithJen]

The exams are available online, but I recommend taking them on paper. To me, purchasing the official guide for under $20 is easier than printing hundreds of pages. Remember, this book is only useful for the exams. You will likely want to supplement with other prep books for strategies and drills.

[@XyZ-ps8ew]

@@PrepwithJen Thank you 😊, and yes I'm buying the books you recommended for supplements:)

[@nimtata6244]

For the current SAT, do we need to get the college panda writing for the “new sat” or “2nd edition”

[@PrepwithJen]

The one I have linked in the description is the latest version.

[@abubakrsiddiq9257]

In my country only the first editions of the college panda books are available. Are those fine as well. Plz answer!!

[@PrepwithJen]

Yes, it's fine!

[@abubakrsiddiq9257]

@@PrepwithJen i need to prepare for the March exams. Can i start preparing from these books from scratch?

[@PrepwithJen]

These books are helpful, but you'll also need to supplement them with official practice exams. Check out this video to get more out of your books: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZLVlpJ3o8ytask

[@keshavjindal3294]

reading---erica meltzar math----college panda writing and grammar----please tell me which has better content

[@PrepwithJen]

The CP book has a more conversational tone, which many students like. The Meltzer one has more in-depth explanations, which can be helpful depending on your current language mastery. I'd recommend you use the "look inside" feature on Amazon to see which book better suits your learning style.

[@keshavjindal3294]

@@PrepwithJen thank you jen!!!! after doing a lot of research myself i can conclude a few points for those who are experiencing the same dilemma as mine ---->college panda writing book is more useful for students who have their native language english or they are pretty good or decent at using english then this book can summarize and make you practice and boost your score ----->for students like me who do not have native language as english , erica meltzer book is good as it gives detailed explanation for whole grammar along with a bit of practice.i think you would also have to buy the erica meltzer workbook after that to boost your preparation. optional comment below you can read it if you want basically for the students like me who dont have the english as a very frequent language....(i am asian) for asian students...college panda writing book is lika a math book we would buy to summarize and brush up our concepts and do practice erica meltzer is a perfect teaching and learning workbook..

[@lovefromarmy77]

I am an Indian and I want to become doctor and for mg pre med am I supposed to give sat exam

[@luongminhang4562]

which writing book i should use, panda's or Erica L. Meltzer's ?

[@luongminhang4562]

or should i use both ? In addition, do you recommend Erica L. Meltzer's Grammar Workbook ?

[@PrepwithJen]

It depends on how much practice you're looking for. I would pick one and commit to it to start and then you can get the other if you want more practice. I'd recommend Meltzer's workbook if you want isolated drills. Otherwise, after you work through one of the concept books, I'd focus my attention on real college board practice exams.

[@luongminhang4562]

For another, since the practice tests on Collegeboard are kind of limited (10) and i want to save them for full-length practice tests, what sources do you recommend for daily practice drills for all 3 sections (R/W/M) other than the exercises in those 3 books above (prefer practice exercises on paper)

[@saadiakhan1034]

Does the College Panda writing book have grammar rules?

[@PrepwithJen]

Yes, it does! Each chapter teaches a rule and provides practice questions for you to drill. Be sure to check out this video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZLVlpJ3o8ytask) to learn how to get the most out of your prep book.

[@FatimaZahra-dv8xy]

is the college board important i ve heard that every information contained in it is available online?

[@PrepwithJen]

Yes, all of the practice exams are available on College Board's website as well as on Khan Academy. However, because the exam is still paper-based, I recommend taking your practice tests on paper. The tests are so long that I think purchasing the book with hard copies of the exams is worth it.

[@deandreswiftszn6588]

i had just ordered all these books via Amazon. I have all summer to study. I’m willing to study one subject each day for 4 hours (English 4 hours 1 day, math 4 hours another day, so on, so forth). I will be taking the SAT on October, do you think if I prioritize my time, that I will get a good score? this my first ever time taking it as a junior. thanks so much!

[@PrepwithJen]

Awesome, way to take initiative! In general, I recommend studying a bit of each subject everyday rather than devoting all of your time to one subject. I'm also working on a video discussing ways to get the most out of your prep books. Be sure to subscribe if you haven't already so you'll be notified of when that video is live. Lastly, if you're looking for more guidance, I run live, small-group online classes that target each SAT test date, including the one in October. Just let me know, and I will send you the details. If you work hard, you can definitely do well!

[@deandreswiftszn6588]

Prep with Jen will do! thx so much for taking your time to reply. shall I just take my time out of the day to study on the 4 books for 1 hour each?

[@PrepwithJen]

That'll be a good start - you can always adjust as you get more familiar with the content. Good luck!

[@deandreswiftszn6588]

Prep with Jen will do! I didn’t buy the grammar book however, I bought the others along with the study guide book. does the writing book have the grammar rules in it? sorry for the mass questions

[@PrepwithJen]

Yes, the writing book includes grammar rules and exercises to help reinforce the lessons. If you need a review of the rules, I would recommend that book. If you are already very strong in grammar, then it may not be necessary.

[@estrellasalazar5329]

I have the completely pdf of The College Panda Math Book wa

[@SuperGamer-jm8mp]

I cant find its pdf on the internet How did you get it?

[@estrellasalazar5329]

@@SuperGamer-jm8mp heyy here is the pdf of Panda Math book :) drive.google.com/file/d/1hz5yRNTiKEeDHJRsZVruDJlCsv5KeI0N/view. 🙆

[@noorussabah8755]

By any chance do you have college panda reading and writing pdfs?

[@estrellasalazar5329]

@@noorussabah8755 no :(

[@noorussabah8755]

@@estrellasalazar5329 thank you anyways 😊❤️

[@IzzyNChrist]

I think I'm going to need a tutor for the math part. I'm awful at math and I've been out of school for years. Help :(

[@normanreedus6673]

HEY you can download Panda and Barron's math book from internet . They explain very well . If you read them you will not need tutor

[@arnavrao8252]

What are your thoughts on PWN the SAT Math? This is a great video :)

[@PrepwithJen]

Thanks for watching, Arnav! My personal teaching philosophy is to strive for conceptual understanding. From there, I share shortcuts. While techniques such as plugging in answers and back solving have their place, I believe teaching for knowledge building and understanding has longer-term benefits. With that said, I know PWN the SAT Math is popular with many students. It comes down to your own learning style. Ultimately, committing to a book that works for you is the best thing you can do.

[@cokkiemonster00]

is it possible to go through these books in 2 months ?

[@PrepwithJen]

It depends on your knowledge gaps and how much time you spend studying, but I would say it's possible!

[@arshdeepsingh9553]

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[@luishenriquemalaquias3230]

Now think about a Brazilian guy trying to study for it lol

[@vitorrodrigues2952]

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[@xamn2580]

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[@genetgirma6884]

Please send me free download links I want to use them all.

[@hugosalgado7698]

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[@hugosalgado7698]

I only found the college panda one

[@genetgirma6884]

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[@niamatullahkhilji2833]

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