Syllogisms, deductive validity, and the principles of inductive probability for evaluating evidence-based claims. Targets common logical fallacies and the construction of sound, persuasive arguments.
A comprehensive rubric for assessing student performance in a debate, covering argument structure, rhetorical appeals, refutation, and delivery.
A simplified set of 9 printable strategy cards for middle school students, using relatable language for rhetorical appeals (Trust, Feelings, Facts) and performance techniques.
A student-facing worksheet designed to help students structure their arguments using the CER model and prepare for potential counter-arguments.
An instructional slide deck covering the CER model, rhetorical appeals (Ethos, Pathos, Logos), and strategies for effective rebuttals in a debate setting.
A simplified teacher-facing lesson plan tailored for middle school students, featuring active warm-ups and clear, age-appropriate instruction.
A detailed script for the Day 3 Fiction Fusion lesson. It bridges character inference and theme identification, providing talking points for the 'Prize and the Shadow' and 'Cake Mystery' cases, plus a complete answer key for the worksheet.
A detailed script for the Day 2 Key Idea Sifters lesson. It includes a slide-by-slide facilitation guide, 'SAY' and 'DO' blocks for modeling the 'Investigation Lens', and a comprehensive answer key for the Thomas Edison and Sequoia tree cases.
A detailed facilitation script for the Day 1 Inference Detectives lesson. It guides the teacher through the 'Detective's Equation', interactive modeling with the silver medal case, and student independent practice with answer keys.
A detailed script and facilitation guide for a substitute teacher covering the 30-minute 'Informational Investigation' lesson. It includes slide-by-slide instructions, talking points, and answer keys for the worksheet activities.
Answer key and teacher guide for 'The Final Brief: Argument' practice test, featuring scoring rubrics and exemplary response outlines for middle school argumentative writing.
An argumentative writing practice test for grades 6-8, featuring a persuasive text about cursive writing, multiple-choice questions on structure/counterclaim, and a writing prompt.
A middle school ELA worksheet focused on argumentative writing, helping students distinguish between strong and weak evidence and practice writing logical reasoning.
Answer key and scoring guide for 'The Test Lab: Main Idea & Structure' practice test, including exemplary responses and scoring rubrics.
A short practice test for grades 6-8 featuring an informational text about electric vehicles, 3 multiple-choice questions, and a text-based short response question.
A targeted ELA worksheet for grades 6-8 focusing on identifying the main idea and extracting supporting evidence from a scientific informational text about forest fungal networks.
Graphic organizers for Compare & Contrast and Cause & Effect text structures, designed for middle school students to map out relationships between ideas.
A set of 6 foundational ELA vocabulary flashcards designed for NYS test prep, featuring terms like Main Idea, Supporting Detail, and Counterclaim with definitions and 'clues'.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for Act 1 of 12 Angry Men, including pacing, lesson flow, evidence cheat sheets, and discussion prompts.
Activity cards for structured student debates on Act 1 evidence, featuring prosecution arguments and reasonable doubt challenges.
A student worksheet for tracking prosecution evidence and Juror 8's counter-arguments throughout Act 1.
