Core Curriculum
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Does voting really matter? Why? For who? This topic challenges young debaters to think about what's important to them and whether they can make a difference. Extras include: Voting Lesson, Voter Fact Sheet, Debate Speech examples.
Evidence Packet - United States Should Lower the Voting Age to 14 Years Old
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Your debaters might be suprised by their own opinions on this topic after reviewing the evidence! Includes Warm Up Activity with prompts to get them thinking about the value and use of both tablets and textbooks in today's world.
Evidence Packet - Tablet Should Replace Textbooks In Elementary Schools
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There's not a kid out there who doesn't have an opinion about this popular topic. Notice how many change their minds after the debate! Includes supplementary lessson and videos giving debaters even more evidence to work with.
Evidence Packet - Zoos Should Be Banned
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Most students prefer their own classroom type whether co-ed or single gender. This topic will get them thinking about the benefits and drawbacks to both. Includes a short timeline of US co-ed and questions to start your conversations.
Evidence Packet - Single Gender schools are better than coeducational schools.
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Fresh perspectives on an argument that's been had in many houses and classrooms across the country.
Evidence Packet - Video Games Are Bad For Children
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Today's generation of kids are challenged to come up with arguments in favor of plastic water bottles but our evidence packet will inspire both sides of the argument. Includes Vocabulary List and fun Activity to help kids better understand topic.
Evidence Packet - Plastic Water Bottles Should Be Banned
