Maybe Yes, Maybe No: A Guide for Young Skeptics
by Dan Barker
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Author: Dan BarkerIllustrator: Brian Strassburg
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1990-12
ISBN: 0879756071
Number of pages: 80
Publisher: Prometheus Books
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Book Review: Great introduction to critical thinking!
Summary: 5 Stars
This simple children's book features Andrea, a young skeptic who understands the value of critical thinking. As Andrea goes about her day, she shows how simple answers can be found just by asking basic questions and applying a bit of logic. From her friends' reactions, it is also apparent that some people do not want to discover the truth of a situation and are happier with their fantastic stories-- an important point to clarify with free thinking kids who may have difficulty understanding why others cling to irrational ideas.
The book shows skepticism in a positive light, and does not shy away from the term "skeptic". In the first few pages, a skeptic is defined as a "thinking person" and a "person with an open mind". This is refreshing, as too often skepticism is presented with negative connotations or used as a synonym for cynicism or contrariness. It shows that questions and doubt are important elements of free thinking. Without skepticism, we would never ask questions or make new discoveries.
This book is written for young children, however it may spark conversation among older kids and adults. I read the book with my kids when they were in middle school (after warning them that it was written for much younger kids) and it led to a great conversation about experiences in their own lives.
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Encourages having an open mind and checking things out to find the truth, rather than blindly accepting everything we hear.Science & Technology Books
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