Building Thinking Skills from The Critical Thinking
Company is a comprehensive, award-winning program that develops verbal and
figural critical thinking skills. Designed to improve reasoning,
problem-solving, and analytical abilities, it is widely used to boost
performance on standardized tests and strengthen overall academic success.
The series focuses on four key areas, similarities and
differences, sequences, classifications, and analogies, using engaging
exercises that progress in difficulty and sophistication.
Key Curriculum Features:
Strong
development of verbal and figural (spatial) reasoning skills
Focus
on similarities & differences, sequences, classifications, and
analogies
Spiral
learning approach with increasing complexity within and across levels
Plenty
of practice exercises that build deep thinking habits
Application
to real-world problem solving and academic subjects
Suitable
for independent work (except Primary level)
Program Components:
Student
Worktexts: Hefty, consumable books filled with activities and
exercises
Answer
Keys: Included in the back of each book
Building Thinking Skills stands out for its thorough,
no-nonsense approach to developing logical thinking and reasoning abilities. It
is an excellent choice for homeschool families who want to strengthen critical
thinking skills, improve test scores, and better prepare students for
higher-level academics.
Browse all Building Thinking Skills levels below!
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
