The 5 Best GED Prep Books

1. “GED Test Prep Plus” by Kaplan (2021)

Kaplan’s GED prep book is among the most comprehensive resources available. The book helps students self-study by moving from topic to topic at their own pace. If you buy the book and don’t pass the GED test, Kaplan will give you your money back.

This book includes over 1,000 questions and two full-length practice tests. You can also access 60 online videos and use the book’s pretest to create your own study plan. The book covers each section of the GED test, with a specific focus on the best strategies for the extended response.

2. “Pre-GED” by McGraw-Hill Education (3rd Edition)

McGraw-Hill’s book teaches readers the skills they need for each of the four sections on the GED test. The book includes more than 1,000 practice questions, each with a detailed explanation of the answer.

Readers can access a flashcard app that includes review material for all four sections. The book also features top 25 lists that teach students the most important concepts for each section of the GED test.

This book is a good purchase for students who feel they need to master the basics of each subject.

3. “Master the GED Test” by Peterson’s (2020)

The Peterson’s GED prep book is a good buy for students who want to study by taking practice exams. The book includes five different GED practice tests, all of which provide detailed explanations for each answer. Readers get three tests in the book and can access two additional tests online.

This book is also a good fit for test-takers struggling with vocabulary, as Peterson’s provides an essential word list for the GED test.

4. “5 Practice Exams for the GED Test” by The Princeton Review (3rd Edition)

The Princeton Review’s GED prep book provides five separate full-length GED practice tests. The book includes approximately 830 questions and claims to cover every type of question that the GED test might pose. Students can also submit their sample essays online for a score.

This book is a strong purchase for students who have already completed some GED test prep and want a tune-up before test day. It’s also a good fit for students who learn best by doing, as each practice test mirrors the actual GED experience.

5. “GED Study Guide All Subjects” by Mometrix (2021)

Mometrix’s GED study book provides a variety of resources, including practice questions, study guides, video tutorials, tips and strategies, and a comprehensive review of each GED section.

Many readers found this book digestible and easy to read, although others wished that it were more of a workbook with more questions and practice tests. As such, this book is a good fit for test-takers seeking a straightforward prep resource that seems more like a study guide than a worksheet or practice booklet.