Study Skills Workbook - Activities for Middle & High School

These worksheets and guides teach study skills necessary for academic success, including getting organized, prioritizing work, studying, note-taking, using a homework folder, and more. The printable worksheets include student-friendly language, extended practice, and visuals.

The study skills included in this document are essential for middle and high school students. All students can benefit from learning these skills, though they may be especially helpful for students with disabilities receiving special education or struggling learners requiring intervention support.

These lessons and materials can be used by regular education teachers, special education teachers, and other support professionals. These worksheets can also be used during advisory for middle and high school students.

Digital and Printable Versions

UPDATED: Revised to include a digital version for Google Slides. To access the digital online version, use the "Digital Directions." Click the link and choose "copy" to get your own paper-free document that students can use on computers or tablets. Text boxes have already been added to make it easier for you and your learners!

Table of Contents

• Identifying your Study Skills Needs
• Keeping an Organized Homework Folder
• You Might Need a Homework Folder If…
• Setting Up Your Notebooks
• Setting up Your Binders (In Pictures)
• Organizing Your Notebooks
• Organizing Your Notebooks - Checklist
• Staying Organized
• Using a Calendar or Planner
• Using a Calendar or Planner – Practice #1
• Using a Calendar of Planner – Practice #2
• Using a Daily Homework Log
• Daily Homework Log (Blank)
• Weekly Homework Log (Blank)
• Homework Log: What is Wrong?
• Learning Ways to Study: Flashcards
• Flashcards Practice
• Learning Ways to Study: Having Someone Quiz You
• Learning Ways to Study: Make Your Own Study Guide
• Learning Ways to Study: Make the Quiz
• Make Your Own Study Guide: Example
• Make Your Own Study Guide: Template
• Prioritizing Work
• Prioritizing Work: Practice
• Creating a Study Space
• Study Space Map: Eliminating Distractions
• Note-taking from Websites and Books
• Note-taking from Websites and Books: Practice
• Note-taking from Lectures
• Note-taking from Lectures: Practice
• Finding Information Online
• Test-Taking Skills: Staying Calm
• Test-Taking Skills: Question Strategies
• Setting and Reviewing Goals
• Extra Blank Templates

Note that both color and black/white options are included.

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