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Thinking Critically by Chaffee is an excellent introduction to using critical thinking for problem solving. A concise manual with easy-to-understand explanations and examples helps students develop an ability to critically analyze and evaluate information and arguments. This text starts out with basic critical thinking skills essential for immediate reading and comprehension, then gently progresses to advanced reasoning skills for more complex, abstract academic situations. It also includes numerous exercises and a glossary of useful terms. The author, Bradley Smith, provides an effective introduction to using critical thinking skills in the classroom as well as the classroom at home.

"Thinking critically" by Chaffee, Rupreya Smith, provides an effective way to teach children how to think critically. Smith, a former philosophy professor, shares her expertise as an educational psychologist, teacher, consultant, and performance coach. She presents several case studies that demonstrate the importance of critical thinking skills in everyday life. The book contains detailed descriptions of various types of arguments and the steps required to arrive at each conclusion. Smith provides many illustrations and examples that illustrate critical thinking skills and concepts. She also develops and demonstrates several case studies that provide relevant context for considering issues such as the following: physical sciences vs. nurture, politics, race, gender, language, or vegetarianism.
Smith is very encouraging about the role of critical thinking skills in developing a person's character. She points out that people are born with rational minds and open minds. Through reasoning and exploring ideas, they can become excellent learners and thinkers. Through this text, children are presented with a realistic view of what it takes to learn critical thinking skills, develop and enhance those skills, and become an effective and socially competent individual.