{"product_id":"the-kids-guide-to-speaking-your-mind-without-losing-your-cool-by-matt-agnew-9781761182266","title":"The Kids' Guide to Speaking Your Mind Without Losing Your Cool","description":"How do we end up with different ideas and opinions? How can we talk about these ideas and opinions with each other even when we disagree?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuch as:\u003cbr\u003e-When I read, see or hear something, how do I know if it's true or false? \u003cbr\u003e-What if I'm right and my friend's wrong? How do we stay friends?\u003cbr\u003e- Is it okay to change my mind?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDr Matt explains how to avoid confirmation bias and us-vs-them thinking, and how to stay calm and show respect to others in the heat of an argument, along with tips on how to debate. Included are some thought experiments to do at home or in the classroom that will help kids speak their mind without losing their cool.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr Matt Agnew is a popular author and commentator on TV and radio including appearances on \u003ci\u003eThe Morning Show\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eABC News Breakfast\u003c\/i\u003e, ABC Melbourne, Wave FM, Triple J and popular podcasts such as \u003ci\u003eDr Karl's Shirtload of Science\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Public speaking is an essential life skill ... the simple approach to complex concepts makes this text ideal for Stage 3-4 Classrooms. Whether it is a Public Speaking Unit or an extra-curricular program, you are sure to find something that can help guide the next generation of movers and shakers.' Ruth R. ( Secondary Teacher NSW)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Fabulously informative ... In a world full of misinformation, this book is a terrifically valuable tool for all ages.' \u003ci\u003eGood Reading Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat you'll learn to do in this book:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eSharpen your thinking \u003cbr\u003eDebate like a pro \u003cbr\u003eChoose the right words \u003cbr\u003eChange your mind \u003cbr\u003eExercise your brain \u003cbr\u003eTake deep breaths \u003cbr\u003eListen with care  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e- Readers aged 10+ \u003cbr\u003e- The curious kid with big thoughts and strong feelings\u003cbr\u003e- The keen and not-so-keen debater and public speaker \u003cbr\u003e- Parents, teachers and librarians looking for fun and accessible resources that encourage critical and mindful thinking, effective communication and informed and responsible consumption of media \u003cbr\u003e- Anyone who wants to know more about public speaking, critical thinking and debating \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eContent includes:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDo you want to win an argument? \u003cbr\u003eNature or nurture?  \u003cbr\u003eWhat about the social media algorithm? \u003cbr\u003eHow do you know what's true and what's false? \u003cbr\u003eWhat if you're right and your friend's wrong?  \u003cbr\u003eHow can you argue without getting into a fight? \u003cbr\u003eDo you have to agree with your friends? \u003cbr\u003eCan you change your mind? \u003cbr\u003eHow do you regulate your emotions? \u003cbr\u003eWhat if your friend is down a rabbit hole? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eIs My Phone Reading My Mind\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e- 'A must-have guide for tech-challenged parents (like me) and their better-informed kids!' Jessica Rowe \u003cbr\u003e- 'Should be compulsory reading in every school across the country.' Tracey Spicer AM","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288934072556,"sku":"9781761182266","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/0dd068c9064f1856cae1d8ce753675fe.jpg?v=1770603033","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/the-kids-guide-to-speaking-your-mind-without-losing-your-cool-by-matt-agnew-9781761182266","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}