Ever wondered if cereal is soup? Or if water is really wet? How about whether orange is truly an ugly color? These quirky questions are more than just food for thought—they’re the foundation of a fun, fast, and friendly debate game called “It’s Debatable!”
This game is designed to help your students develop their ability to craft solid, structured arguments and rebuttals while having a blast.
How “It’s Debatable!” Works
“It’s Debatable!” is an engaging classroom game where students are divided into small groups and challenged with fun, non-controversial debate prompts. Think along the lines of “Is cereal soup?” or “Are tacos sandwiches?” These prompts are deliberately non-political and non-controversial, making the game a safe space for all students to participate.
During each round, students create organized arguments using a claim-warrant-data-impact structure. The prompts are relatable and often humorous, allowing students to draw on their own experiences to build their cases. The game is designed to be flexible, with a typical session lasting 20-30 minutes over three rounds, but you can easily adjust the length and number of rounds to fit your class schedule.
What’s Included in “It’s Debatable!”
- The Original “It’s Debatable!” Game: Comes with 48 argument cards, argument templates, a game board, and step-by-step teacher instructions to get your class started quickly and easily.
- The Rebuttal Expansion Pack: A print-cut-and-go pack that adds an exciting twist to the original game, encouraging students to develop their rebuttal skills.
- The Argument Card Expansion Pack: An additional 48 argument cards to keep the game fresh and challenging, bringing the total to 96 cards!
- Bonus PowerPoint Instructions: Detailed slides that guide students through playing the original game or the expanded version with the rebuttal pack, making it easy to integrate into your lessons.
Why Your Students Will Love “It’s Debatable!”
“It’s Debatable!” isn’t just about having fun—it’s a powerful tool for building your students’ speech and debate skills. As they engage in these light-hearted debates, they’ll learn how to structure their arguments, think critically, and present their ideas persuasively. The game’s playful nature keeps students motivated and excited to participate, turning learning into an enjoyable experience.
Whether you’re looking to introduce your students to the basics of debate or want to provide a fresh, engaging activity for your more experienced debaters, “It’s Debatable!” has everything you need to make debate fun and educational.
Give it a try in your classroom, and watch your students sharpen their debate skills while having a great time. Enjoy “It’s Debatable!” and let the arguments begin!
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