A team-based workshop using Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol to develop debating and critical thinking skills, ending with a short friendly debate.
Event Details
Date & Time: Friday, 27th November, 09:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Clayton Sports Hall, Jesmond
Format: Open to teams of 5, with schools welcome to enter multiple teams
Tailored for Key Stage 2, the workshop will focus on:
Understanding Debate: Mastering debate structure and strategies
Evidencing Arguments: Crafting strong, evidence-based points
Public Speaking: Building confidence and delivery skills
Listening and Responding: Developing active listening and rebuttal abilities
Teamwork: Collaborating effectively within teams
This event is designed to inspire confidence and collaboration in a supportive environment.
We will include a short break to allow packed lunches to be eaten and to play outside (weather permitting).
If you would like to book this event (at no cost), please use the following link:
Equally, if you have any questions at all please do not hesitate to ask!

