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 5-day unit plan for teachers, detailing hooks, activities, and closing strategies for an introductory speech and debate unit.
A comparison guide and cheat sheet for students detailing the differences between Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum debate formats.
A research guide and worksheet for students, focusing on evidence evaluation (CRAAP test) and research strategies for debate.
A student worksheet exploring logical reasoning, syllogisms, and common logical fallacies used in speech and debate.
A student worksheet focusing on the Claim-Warrant-Data model of argumentation, including deconstruction and creation exercises.
A professional rubric for evaluating speech and debate presentations, focusing on non-verbal communication, logic, and impact.
A visually engaging slide deck teaching the fundamentals of stage presence, including body language, eye contact, and vocal variety.
A combined student worksheet and glossary for the first day of a Speech and Debate unit, focusing on presentation skills and foundational terminology.
A discussion and debate guide that provides students with rules for logical engagement, sentence stems for respectful disagreement, and challenging debate prompts to test their reasoning skills.
A set of scenario cards for a classroom activity where students identify and categorize logical fallacies in real-world contexts and practice 'repairing' them.
A structured worksheet for practicing syllogism construction and identifying logical fallacies, designed to test student understanding of argument anatomy and flawed reasoning.
A high-impact slide deck for 9th-grade students introducing argument structure (syllogisms) and logical fallacies using an architectural blueprint theme.
A detailed lesson plan for teaching 9th-grade students the foundations of logical reasoning, syllogisms, and common fallacies using a structural 'architect' metaphor.
A comprehensive teacher guide for the Sherlock Holmes unit, featuring lesson objectives, key vocabulary, a worked exemplar for "The Red-Headed League," and high-level discussion prompts.
A visually striking slide deck for 12th-grade students introducing the core concepts of observation, inference, and deduction within the context of Sherlock Holmes.
A sophisticated graphic organizer for 12th-grade students to analyze Sherlock Holmes stories, focusing on the progression from observation to inference and finally to deduction.
A student-facing transcript of the video "The Scientific Method," highlighted for key sections on Aristotle and Descartes to aid in evidence-based writing and note-taking.
A comprehensive teacher guide for the Logic Lab lesson, including a lesson plan overview, pacing guide, answer key for the worksheet, and discussion facilitation tips.
A visual presentation deck for the Logic Lab lesson, including video embeds, key philosopher definitions, and discussion prompts for inductive vs. deductive reasoning.
A student worksheet for the Logic and Legacy Reasoning lesson, including note-taking sections for Aristotle and Descartes, a categorization activity for inductive and deductive reasoning, and a critical thinking reflection.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the 'Synthesize' lesson. Includes lesson objectives, a pacing guide, differentiation strategies, and an answer key.
A student worksheet for the 'Synthesize' lesson. Includes element identification from two sources, a 'Mixing Station' for drafting synthesis statements, and a complex 'Lab Report' task.
A lab-themed slide deck for middle schoolers on the verb 'Synthesize.' It teaches students how to combine information from multiple sources to create a new, original conclusion using the 'Laboratory Mix' method.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the 'Analyze' lesson. Includes lesson objectives, pacing guide, differentiation strategies, and a worksheet answer key.
A student worksheet for the 'Analyze' lesson. It features a deconstruction task (using a bicycle), a relationship mapping exercise, and a character trait analysis.
A blueprint-themed slide deck for middle schoolers on the verb 'Analyze.' It teaches the 'Deconstruct, Connect, Impact' method and provides cross-curricular examples from literature and science.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the 'Predict' lesson. Includes lesson objectives, a pacing guide, differentiation strategies, and an answer key.
A student worksheet for the 'Predict' lesson. It features a guessing vs. predicting sorting task, a formula application for a science scenario, and a long-form global trends prediction challenge.
A futuristic-themed slide deck for middle schoolers on the verb 'Predict.' It defines the difference between guessing and predicting, introduces the Evidence + Logic formula, and provides cross-curricular practice scenarios.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the 'Summary Squeeze' lesson. Includes lesson objectives, a pacing guide, differentiation strategies, and an answer key.
A student worksheet for the 'Summarize' lesson. It features a 'Detail Shredder' task, a '5-Finger Squeeze' graphic organizer, and a high-stakes '15-word summary' challenge.
A high-energy slide deck for middle schoolers about the verb 'Summarize.' It teaches the '5-Finger Squeeze' method (5 W's) and how to 'shred' unnecessary details to create concise, accurate summaries.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the 'Justify Judge' lesson. Includes lesson objectives, pacing guide, differentiation strategies, and a student worksheet answer key.
A comprehensive worksheet for middle school students to practice the academic verb 'Justify.' Includes evidence identification, CER framework practice, and a creative writing scenario.
A dynamic slide deck for 6th-8th grade students on the academic verb 'Justify.' It introduces the CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) framework and teaches students how to differentiate opinion from justification.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the 'Comparison Clash' lesson. Includes pacing guide, differentiation tips, and a student worksheet answer key.
A student worksheet for mastering 'Compare' and 'Contrast.' Includes a vocabulary sorting task, a Venn diagram for e-books vs. physical books, and an academic writing challenge.
An engaging slide deck for 6th-8th graders on 'Compare' and 'Contrast.' It features visual aids, academic transition words, and examples of how to elevate basic comparisons to academic ones.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the 'Explain Expert' lesson. Includes lesson objectives, pacing guide, differentiation strategies, and a worksheet answer key.
A rigorous worksheet for middle school students to practice the academic verb 'Explain.' Features comparison tasks, transition word practice, and discipline-specific explanation scenarios.
A teacher's answer key and discussion guide for the Signal Hunt activity, including solutions for all 4 case files (social media, local news, text message scams, and spoofed URLs).
An expanded scenario-based activity with 4 case files. Students apply the Signal Hunters protocol to identify clickbait, source red flags, media bias, anonymous text message scams, and spoofed URLs. Includes a field report section for real-world application.
A compact, high-contrast reference guide for identifying fake news. It features visual 'street-smart' tips for spotting clickbait, checking sources, identifying bias, and fact-checking with limited data.
A guided notes worksheet for 6th-grade students to accompany the Evidence Analysis slides. It includes space for recording analysis sentence starters and a practice section for the "Detective's Challenge."
A 5-slide mini-lesson presentation for 6th-grade students on how to effectively explain and analyze evidence in an argument body paragraph. Using a "Detective" theme, it covers the connection between evidence and claims, analysis sentence starters, and comparing weak vs. strong explanations.
Facilitation guide and answer key for the Truth Detectives worksheet, featuring a vibrant digital-security theme with clear keys for all 9 scenarios. Optimized for 8.5x11 inch pages with fixed heights to ensure content fits perfectly.
Vibrant student worksheet featuring a SIFT method checklist, viral housing scam case study, and a balanced 9-scenario quiz. Optimized for 8.5x11 inch pages with reduced padding and slightly smaller font sizes to comfortably fit all content.
Vibrant, high-contrast visual presentation for teaching students how to recognize fake news, featuring the SIFT method and predatory ad identification. Uses a polished digital-security aesthetic with bold colors.
Graphic organizer for argumentative text analysis. Students identify primary claims, analyze rhetorical devices, and evaluate counter-arguments. Seismic Test box updated with a light grey background for handwriting legibility.
Grayscale argumentative mentor text for Day 3 advocating for urban greenbelts. Lexile 1150L. Utilizes various rhetorical devices and addresses counter-arguments.
Graphic organizer for informational text analysis. Students identify organizational patterns, central ideas, and synthesize an objective summary. Summary box updated with a light grey background for handwriting legibility.
Grayscale informational mentor text for Day 2 about the Rio Grande. Lexile 1120L. Focuses on geography and environmental impact.
Grayscale graphic organizer for character complexity analysis. Students identify internal motivations, external pressures, and evaluate the structural impact of author's craft.
Grayscale fictional mentor text for Day 1 focusing on a biology student's ethical dilemma. Lexile 1100L. Designed for character and craft analysis.
Grayscale teacher answer key for Day 3 of the Literary Lab sequence. Provides correct matches for the Rhetorical Stress Test manipulative and sample analysis for the Argumentative Analysis Sheet.
Grayscale teacher answer key for Day 2 of the Literary Lab sequence. Includes signal word/snippet matches for the Pattern Blueprint tiles and sample informational analysis responses.
Grayscale teacher answer key for Day 1 of the Literary Lab sequence. Provides correct sorting for the Character Iceberg manipulative and sample analysis for the Fiction Analysis Sheet.
A teacher-facing guide for delivering the argumentative essay introduction review. Includes a script, pacing suggestions, and common pitfalls to watch for.
A printable planning sheet for students to draft their argumentative essay introductions. Includes sections for the hook, bridge, and claim with a space-themed mission motif and a technology model.
A set of five high-impact slides reviewing the three core elements of an argumentative essay introduction: Hook, Bridge, and Claim. Includes a full-paragraph technology example.
