Hi can anyone tell me which are the best books for preparing for SAT subjects tests in Maths(level II), physics and chemistry? More specifically, I’ve heard that Baron’s is the best for maths… and that kaplan is much easier than the real tests while barron’s is harder… Which one is the best?? Kaplan, Barrons or Princeton Review??
Barron’s is your best bet for all three. It’s true that they may be a little more challenging than the real test, but only insofar as a Barron’s sample test will incorporate more challenging problems earlier on, rather than material that may not actually be on the test (which is sometimes the case with their SAT Reasoning Test and ACT materials). Kaplan and Princeton review’s materials will be on par with each other, but not necessarily easier than the test. They’ll certainly feel easier than the Barron’s. After you’ve worked through Barron’s, Princeton, and Kaplan, be sure to grab a copy of the College Board’s study guide to the subject tests and take the sample test in those before you take the test. That should keep you covered! (By the way, you can also use Sparknotes for more volume, but most of my students stay away from REA materials).
Good Luck! ~elizabethonline
Hi,
I guess the new edition is also good. But anyway you should opt Barrons. Also, try to work out Kaplan as well. As pointed out by Elizabeth you should go through College Board’s Study guide as well.
All the best
I personally feel that Barron’s is the best…. Barron’s 2400 which is only available in the United States is the best for SAT prep. It is worth ordering this book, all the way from the States ( I did that! ). Barron’s flashcards really work wonders. Also, I think you should keep the Kaplan and Princeton book for practice after you are thorough with the Barron’s book. This is all the advice i have to give to you.
As suggested by Sureshbala and Astha Barrons ,Kaplan and Princeton are good books. You can also refer Gruber’s Book . Of course, the official study guide by the College Board is a must read.
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