Books in Steck-Vaughn Critical Thinking series

Now in its third edition, this best-seller helps high schooler's boost their comprehension and critical thinking when reading nonfiction. 59 short passages have been selected for Critical Thinking: Readings in Nonfiction, covering a wide range of topics, with provocative titles:Inside a Whale's Belly,The Birth of the Saxophone,The Unsolved Mystery of the Don,Do You Believe in Dreams?...and 55 more.Each passage is followed by a mix of standardized test-like multiple-choice and open-ended questions. Students are prompted to critique the writers assumptions, while developing their own analytical skills.The 59 passages are grouped in units that target specific critical-thinking skills, such as:Citing Evidence to Support a Position or Point of View.Drawing Valid Conclusions from Data Studied.Recognizing and Remembering Key Ideas.