Critical Thinking
Evaluating claims and evidence, questioning assumptions, explaining reasoning, and being willing to revise a view when better information appears.
What practice looks like
Kids examine actual claims, distinguish evidence from opinion, consider alternative explanations, evaluate reasoning, and explain what could change their mind.
Where it fits
Critical Thinking is part of the Think Well phase of the Future Ready framework. See all 12 skills or read the evidence behind them.
Guides on critical thinking
New guides for this skill are on the way.
Practice critical thinking in real life
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