SAT How Parents Can Support Homeschooled Students Taking the Digital SAT A practical, compassionate guide for parents of homeschooled students preparing for the Digital SAT — from registration and practice strategies to test-day routines and emotional support, with tips on individualized tutoring and study plans. Written by Payal Krishnan July 16, 2025October 14, 2025
Top 5 Mistakes Students Make While Preparing for the SAT (And How to Avoid Them) Dreaming of studying at world-renowned universities like Harvard, Stanford, Oxford, or MIT? The SAT is a crucial stepping stone toward making that dream a reality. Yet, many students worldwide unknowingly sabotage their chances by falling into common preparation traps. The good news? Avoiding these mistakes can dramatically boost your score and your confidence on test […] Written by Sujata Deb September 10, 2025September 16, 2025
Syncing Your SAT Study: Seamless Study Across Phone, Tablet, and Laptop Learn how to sync SAT study across phone, tablet, and laptop with practical setups, device-focused workflows, sample schedules, troubleshooting tips, and how Sparkl’s personalized tutoring can amplify your progress. Written by Rohit Dagar August 29, 2025September 15, 2025
Is NEET Coaching Worth It in 2026? Here’s How Sparkl Makes the Difference Every year, more than 20 lakh students register for the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test), competing for around 1.08 lakh MBBS and BDS seats across India. With this massive competition, the obvious question for 2026 aspirants and their parents is: “Is NEET coaching really worth it?” The short answer: Yes, if you choose the […] Written by Sujata Deb August 25, 2025August 25, 2025
Class 10 and 12 CBSE Board Exam Preparation Timeline: What to Do Month by Month Preparing for CBSE Class 10 and 12 board exams can be overwhelming without a clear roadmap. With the syllabus being vast and competition growing every year, students (and their parents) often ask: “What should I be doing each month to prepare well and avoid last-minute panic?” This detailed month-by-month preparation guide is designed to help […] Written by Sujata Deb July 28, 2025July 28, 2025
SAT SAT Vocabulary: Myths vs Reality — What Actually Helps Your Score Break common SAT vocabulary myths and learn practical, research-backed strategies to master words for the SAT. Real examples, study schedules, and how personalized tutoring like Sparkl’s can help. Written by Payal Krishnan November 28, 2025October 14, 2025
SAT Sync, Strategize, Succeed: Using Shared Family Calendars to Master SAT Deadlines Practical, family-friendly guide to using shared calendars for Digital SAT planning — set deadlines, avoid surprises, balance school and prep, and use tools like Sparkl’s personalized tutoring to stay on track. Written by Payal Krishnan November 28, 2025October 14, 2025
SAT How to Journal Your SAT Prep Journey: A Practical, Personal Guide Turn SAT prep into a story you can shape. Learn how to journal your SAT journey with prompts, templates, trackers, sample entries, and tips to boost focus, retention, and confidence. Includes ways to integrate Sparkl’s personalized tutoring and expert feedback. Written by Payal Krishnan November 28, 2025October 14, 2025
AP Precalc: Instantaneous Rate of Change vs Average Rate — Common Traps and How to Outsmart Them Master the difference between average and instantaneous rate of change in precalculus. Clear explanations, common pitfalls, worked examples, a comparison table, and smart study tips — including how Sparkl’s personalized tutoring can help you ace the concept. Written by Harish Menon November 28, 2025November 28, 2025
SAT How to Handle Test-Day Nerves During the SAT: A Calm, Practical Guide Feeling jittery before the Digital SAT? Learn practical, science-backed strategies to calm anxiety, optimize performance, and walk into test day confident. Tips, routines, sample schedules, and how personalized tutoring (like Sparkl’s) can help. Written by Payal Krishnan November 28, 2025September 30, 2025
