If teaching logical fallacies has ever felt dry and boring, worry no more! Our Straw Man Argument Activity Pack transforms learning into an engaging and fun experience.

Designed for students, educators, and anyone interested in logical fallacies, this pack uses comics to make these concepts easy to understand and memorable.

This Activity Pack includes:

- Activity Guide: Tips on how to make each activity practical, engaging, and fun!

- Questions To Think About: Thought-provoking questions (and answers) to help spot fallacies and avoid being misled.

- Definition: Clear definition and examples of the fallacy.

- Full-Colour Comic: A hilarious illustration that brings the fallacy to life.

- Draw-Your-Own-Comic: Create your own comical example with a set of blank panels.

- Bonus Posters!!! Colour and B&W posters to reinforce learning.

Whether you're a student, a teacher, or just curious about logical fallacies, this Activity Pack is the perfect resource for you!

HOW CAN YOU USE THEM?

After downloading the digital file that includes 2 x 20 pages (1 standard pdf and 1 Professional Printing pdf), you can either print it or display them on your computer. However, the activity set is ideal when it is printed and laminated to be re-used time and time again. This makes it perfect for teachers in the classroom, homeschoolers and tutors. They are designed for learners in high school and beyond but are also perfect for the whole family.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

- Please understand that after downloading, we cannot refund your purchase. However, we encourage you to contact us directly with any problems or suggestions for improvement. We will send you a new copy of the Activity Pack with the problem fixed, or when the product has been improved. Your feedback helps us create the most effective products possible and also helps your students learn most effectively.

- These Activity Packs are intended for your PERSONAL USE ONLY and are not to be shared, sold or distributed under any circumstances. They are also not for resale or commercial use.

MOST OF ALL: Please leave feedback after you have used the resource with your students. Your feedback will help us make them better. If there are any problems with your resource, we will fix the problem and email you a new copy.

Curriculum Alignment:

The following outlines how the Activity Pack meets the standards or outcomes of the Australian National Curriculum, UK National Curriculum, and US Common Core State Standards. Although each of these curricula may not always explicitly mention "critical thinking" or "logical fallacies", they do encourage critical thinking (a core aspect of logical fallacies) in various ways from Grades 6 and above.

Here are the key ways in which critical thinking is emphasised in these national curricula:

Australia (Australian National Curriculum):

In the Australian National Curriculum, critical thinking is encouraged through the development of general capabilities. Some key aspects include:

Critical and Creative Thinking: This capability is explicitly mentioned and emphasizes skills such as problem-solving, analysis, and evaluation. Students are expected to think critically and creatively across various subject areas.

Research Skills: Students are encouraged to conduct research, analyze information, and use evidence to support their arguments, which involves critical thinking.

Inquiry-Based Learning: The curriculum promotes inquiry-based learning, where students are expected to ask questions, gather data, and draw conclusions, fostering critical thinking skills.

United Kingdom (UK National Curriculum):

In the UK National Curriculum, critical thinking is promoted through various subjects and general expectations:

English: Students are expected to analyze texts critically, evaluate evidence, and develop persuasive arguments.

Mathematics: Problem-solving and reasoning are central to mathematics. Students are encouraged to think critically and justify their solutions.

Science: The scientific method emphasizes critical thinking, analysis of evidence, and drawing conclusions.

History and Geography: Analyzing historical and geographical data and considering multiple perspectives require critical thinking.

Citizenship: Students explore political and social issues, requiring them to think critically about their rights, responsibilities, and societal challenges.

Information Literacy: In an age of information overload, students are expected to critically evaluate information sources for reliability and bias.

United States (Common Core State Standards):

In the US Common Core State Standards, critical thinking is integrated into subject-specific standards and the broader goals for students:

English Language Arts (ELA): Students are expected to analyze texts, evaluate arguments, and develop persuasive writing, requiring critical thinking.

Mathematics: The Standards for Mathematical Practice emphasize problem-solving, reasoning, and critiquing the reasoning of others.

Science: The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), adopted by many states, promote scientific inquiry, evidence-based thinking, and argumentation.

Research Skills: Students are encouraged to conduct research, evaluate information, and use evidence to support their claims.

Social Studies: Analyzing historical events, evaluating primary and secondary sources, and considering various perspectives require critical thinking.

These curricula may not explicitly state "critical thinking" as a standalone outcome, but they are designed to foster critical thinking skills within various subjects and educational activities. Educators play a significant role in promoting and assessing critical thinking within their teaching based on their region's curriculum expectations.