Book details
50 Debate Prompts for Kids: Reproducible Debate Sheets Complete With Background and Pro/Con Points That Get Kids Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Thinking About the Topics That Spark Their Interest
Description
The book '50 Debate Prompts for Kids' by Michael S. Dahlie is an educational resource designed to engage children in the art of debate. It provides a collection of reproducible sheets, each featuring a different debate topic relevant to kids' interests and experiences. Each sheet includes a background on the issue at hand, along with a list of pro and con points that help students understand both sides of the argument. The prompts are crafted to encourage kids to read, write, speak, and think critically about various subjects, ranging from social issues to technology and ethics. The book aims to develop children's analytical skills, public speaking abilities, and confidence in expressing their opinions. It serves as a tool for teachers and parents to facilitate structured debates in a classroom or home setting, promoting an engaging and educational environment.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
64 pages
Why to read
- Enhances Critical Thinking Skills: Reading the book provides children with the opportunity to engage with various topics, encouraging them to think critically about different sides of an argument and to develop their own informed opinions.
- Improves Literacy and Communication: The debate prompts encourage kids to read with purpose, write persuasively, and speak clearly, which are essential skills for academic success and effective communication.
- Encourages Active Learning: By presenting pro and con points, the book actively involves children in the learning process, making it more interactive and engaging than passive reading.
- Broadens Perspectives: The book covers a wide range of topics, exposing children to diverse ideas and viewpoints, which can help them to become more open-minded and better understand the world around them.