Your child has an algebra test coming up. Your role is not to be the tutor, but the coach and project manager.

1. The Logistics Manager: Help them create a study schedule. Ensure they have a quiet place to work and all the supplies they need.

2. The Resource Provider: Help them find good resources online, like specific Khan Academy videos for topics they are struggling with.

3. The Quiz Master: Use their study guide or flashcards to quiz them. This makes studying more active and fun.

4. The 'Explain it to Me' Role: Ask them to teach you a concept. 'I've forgotten how to factor. Can you show me?' This forces them to solidify their knowledge.

5. The Emotional Support: Be a source of calm and confidence. Remind them of past successes and praise their effort, not just their grade.

6. The Wellness Coach: Ensure they are getting enough sleep and eating well in the days leading up to the test, especially the night before.

Do not do their homework for them. Do not add to their pressure with your own anxiety.

Your job is to create the perfect environment and support system for them to succeed on their own.

Be their coach, not their crutch.