This test prep series from Steck-Vaughn does what others do not - it includes levels beyond the 8th grade. For both the 9th and 10th grades, there are two books – one covering math and the other covering reading and language arts skills. Both levels follow a similar format: units covering reading test-taking strategies, modeled instruction for reading comprehension, reading comprehension practice, reading vocabulary, math problem solving strategies, math problem solving, listening, and language plus five practice tests, one for each subject area – reading comprehension, reading vocabulary, math, listening, and language. Each level provides grade specific instruction and practice. Test question approaches include understanding directions, suggestions for “Try This,” worked samples, Think It Through sections, and actual test practice. Practice tests as well as sample problems all include bubble answer sheets. Student books include instructions, samples, and practice tests. Teacher books include reduced student pages with answers, some teacher helps, a scope and sequence, suggestions for teaching and administering each of the lessons and tests, and scripting for “giving” the practice tests so students become familiar with the conditions that parallel those they will face when taking standardized tests. What they don’t include are suggested time frames for students taking the sample tests. Because this series has an older copyright, the language section includes exercises for strengthening writing skills but does not require actual composition. Janice