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 Brigance Rental Frequently Asked Questions
Who can rent the tests?
  The Brigance tests may be rented by HSLDA members only. If you are homeschooling and are not yet a member, you are welcome to join for access to the Brigance tests and support from HSLDA's educational consultants. Brigance tests are also available for purchase on CurriculumAssociates.com 
How long can I keep the test? Can I have it longer to test multiple children?
  You may keep the test for seven business days from the time you receive it. If you are testing multiple children, you may keep the test for ten business days. Please speak with Tiffany Mackey to make arrangements, in advance, if you need an extension.
What are the tests for and which test should I use?
  Brigance tests are used by parents and professionals to determine what skills a child has or has not mastered. These tests are used routinely in public and private schools to develop student goals and objectives. The following Brigance tests are available for rent to HSLDA members:
    Yellow Brigance assessment kit: Inventory of Early Development II (2010 updated version)
For birth to developmental age 7. This test assesses the following skills: gross motor, fine motor, speech and language, general knowledge, readiness, basic reading, manuscript writing, and basic math skills. You can administer the entire test or choose specific sections that are appropriate for your child.
    Green Brigance assessment kit: Comprehensive Inventory of Basic Skills II (2010 updated version)
For pre-kindergarten through ninth grade level. This test provides grade placement tests in several areas such as word recognition, oral reading, reading comprehension, listening, spelling, writing and language mechanics, number sense and operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, data analysis and probability. You can administer the entire test or choose specific sections that are appropriate for your child.
    Blue Brigance assessment kit: Transition Skills Inventory
For older students. This test assesses daily living and employability skills to help middle and high school students gain independence.
Can I use the Brigance test to fulfill my state's testing requirements?
  The Brigance assessment kits HSLDA rents out to members are not standardized/norm-referenced assessments, so they may not meet your state's standardized testing requirement. To see your state's requirements for testing (if any), click here.
Do you grade the test?
  Student record books are graded by the parents and should be maintained in your homeschool file. Please do not send in your child's student booklet when you return the test.
If I rent multiple tests at one time, can I keep the tests longer?
 
No. If you would like to rent multiple tests and don't think you will be able to complete both tests in the normal testing period, we suggest you rent the tests at separate times. This will allow you more time to complete each test.
Are the Brigance tests only for children with special needs?
  No! Public and private schools often administer the Brigance tests to children with IEPs, but these tests can be beneficial for all students, including gifted learners. They are especially useful for parents who are new to homeschooling and not sure where to begin or for veteran homeschoolers looking for an informal, in-depth assessment to determine subject mastery or grade placement.

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