Middle School Critical Thinking Passages

Develop critical reading skills and enhance comprehension by exploring nonfiction passages to identify main ideas and summarize key points about the Transcontinental Railroad.

Analyze Maya's story to infer main ideas and enhance reading skills. Practice analyzing the text and understanding character motivations.

Focus on key text structures and signal words to boost reading comprehension. Identify writing patterns and enhance skills in analyzing informational texts.

Investigate significant underwater discoveries, such as the Titanic, utilizing synthetic aperture radar and submersibles. Gain an understanding of technological advancements in underwater exploration and their broader implications, enhancing comprehension of both historical contexts and modern innovations in this field.

Enhancing financial literacy empowers students with the ability to manage personal finances effectively and think critically. Learners will develop financial management and problem-solving skills, equipping them to navigate complex financial decisions.

Focus on selecting synonyms and identifying the main idea through engaging dolphin-themed exercises. This approach enhances linguistic skills and deepens understanding of textual nuances.

Investigate the environmental and economic impacts of food waste in schools. Identify the main ideas and develop strategies for effective waste reduction. Focus on understanding the consequences of waste and designing practical solutions to minimize it. Enhance skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative planning.

Uncover the secrets behind renowned magic tricks by examining techniques and illusions. Learners will gain insights into key concepts and develop critical reading skills.

Learn about how cultures express themselves through literature, dance, and global influences, providing insights into cultural dynamics and text structures. Develop an understanding of cultural expression across different mediums and analyze the impact of global influences on these expressions.

Analyze a basketball player's daily routine to enhance reading comprehension and inference skills. This analysis will improve learners' analytical abilities and strategic understanding.

Explore the story of a young adventurer who discovers crucial life themes. Learners will acquire the ability to identify themes and reflect on personal development.

Explore critical thinking and analytical processes through engaging problem-solving scenarios. Enhance the ability to think creatively and solve complex challenges effectively by focusing on content, learning outcomes, and skill development. Emphasize mastery of critical thinking, creative problem solving, and analytical skills.

Examine integrity through universal themes found in moral dilemmas. Evaluate personal values and enhance critical thinking skills.

Students will explore sports-themed prompts to enhance writing skills and develop evaluations focusing on athlete health and safety. The learning experience aims to improve critical thinking and informed decision-making abilities.

Focus on enhancing literary comprehension, analysis techniques, and writing skills. Learn to apply rubrics and conventions effectively.

Through refining conclusions and restructuring sentences, learners will enhance writing clarity and coherence, leading to more effective communication.

Examine active and passive voice techniques in English grammar, emphasizing sentence structure. Develop the ability to identify and revise sentences to strengthen grammatical proficiency.

Analyze the key themes and symbolism present in Ray Bradbury's "The Veldt," focusing on the impact of technology on family dynamics. Develop analytical skills and deepen understanding by examining how technological advancements influence relationships and behavior within a family setting, as illustrated in the narrative.

Analyze character motivations and interpret literary texts by engaging with inference questions. Develop the ability to infer and provide justifications for interpretations effectively, enhancing skills in textual analysis and critical thinking.

Investigate the environmental and sustainability challenges posed by food waste. Analyze strategies to minimize waste and evaluate its economic and ecological consequences. Develop an understanding of effective approaches to reduce food waste and explore the broader impacts on sustainability efforts.