The Argument Builder

by Shelly Johnson

Have you ever wanted to prove a point but you didn't know how to do it? Have you ever been stuck in an argument in which your opponent makes several strong points but you don't know what to say? If so, this is just the book for you! The Argument Builder is the ideal companion to The Art of Argument for students in eighth grade and up, as well as many curious adults! The Argument Builder trains students to build their own sound and persuasive arguments. Written in a conversational, humorous, and easy to understand style, the text is a blend of logic and rhetoric-students first study the logical structure of good arguments and then study how to use several lines of argument (a.k.a., the common topics, first invented by Aristotle) including examples, analogy, comparison, testimony, and statistics, and layer them together into a strong whole. The text comes in a workbook format with many everyday examples, funny illustrations, and plenty of exercises to ensure students learn to become skilled argument makers! Classical Academic Press Educators will find all curricula by Classical Academic Press to be created with four important attributes. Each product is classical, creative, relevant, and easy to use. As our company name implies, you will find that we publish classical books and media, seeking to acquaint students with the best that has been thought and said. We also design and present our products with creativity and zest, from beautiful illustrations to engaging storytelling, ensuring that the classical subjects being taught are anything but boring. Areas we publish in -Latin
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Genres: Logic, School, Education

185 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[J.A. Busick · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not quite as engaging as its prequel, The Art of Argument, this book is nevertheless an interesting introduction to the skill of constructing a logical argument - and recognizing an illogical one. My daughter and I enjoyed working through it together. Because it was just the two of us, we couldn't work up any enthusiasm for the planned debate at the end; that would definitely work better in a classroom than a one on one situation.

[Ryan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found the common topics very effective in our in-class debates throughout the year. Shelly Johnson's use of famous or wise quotes from famous and wise people kept me interested because I love history.

[Rick Davis · Rating 4 out of 5]

A basic and enjoyable introduction to Rhetoric geared toward high-schoolers.