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Welcome Back! A Fresh Start with Critical Thinking



Hello everyone, and welcome back after the summer break!

First, a quick apology for not sharing new content sooner- ah, September, the month when everything feels like a whirlwind of new beginnings, schedules, and plans. But here we are, ready to dive back into learning with something special to kick off the school year.

This time, I’m excited to share a comprehensive worksheet focused on strengthening critical thinking by exploring logical fallacies and cognitive biases. These are common traps in reasoning that can cloud judgment- and they’re everywhere! From media messages to everyday conversations and even our own thinking patterns.

What’s Inside?

  • A warm-up activity inviting reflection on everyday thinking habits

  • Clear definitions and examples of 20 common fallacies and biases

  • A reflective exercise connecting these concepts to real life

  • An engaging identification task to practice spotting errors in reasoning

  • A lively, interactive role-play debate activity designed for IB DP English B students

Whether you are a teacher searching for ready-to-use materials, or a learner eager to boost your critical thinking, this resource will make thinking more mindful and discussions more effective.

Ready to Get Started?

Download the full worksheet here: the worksheet

September might be busy, but it’s the perfect time for fresh starts—and what better way than by training our minds to think clearer and speak smarter?

I would love to hear how you use this worksheet in your classroom or personal study, so please feel free to leave feedback or suggestions for future topics in the comments.

Here’s to an inspiring and thoughtful school year ahead!

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