Logic · 5–12 · sweet spot 7
The Fallacy Detective: Thirty-Eight Lessons on How to Recognize Bad Reasoning
Published by Trivium Press
How it teaches
The Fallacy Detective teaches students to identify and critique logical errors through direct instruction, practical examples, and guided exercises. Each lesson focuses on a specific fallacy type with contemporary illustrations, helping students develop analytical reasoning and persuasive writing skills.
Who it's for
Upper elementary through high school students (grades 5–12) seeking foundational logic and critical thinking skills, especially those following classical education models or preparing for debate and writing-intensive courses.
Who it's not for
Students seeking a comprehensive formal logic curriculum with symbolic notation, or families preferring fully self-paced online delivery without any parental involvement.
Key features
- 38 structured lessons on logical fallacies and bad reasoning
- Real-world examples and humorous case studies
- Answer key included for teacher guidance
- Builds critical thinking and argumentation skills
- Accessible to middle and high school students
At a glance
Format
workbook, teacher manual
Delivery
parent led
Approach
mastery
Cadence
3× per week · 20 min/session
Screen time
none
Materials
consumable
Parent prep
Parent involvement
Estimated cost
Approximate MSRP. Confirm current pricing on the publisher's page before purchasing.
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