125 Winning Debate Topics for Middle School Students
Teach students to make effective arguments.
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When students learn to debate, they gain valuable life skills. Debates teach kids to research their topic, make informed choices, and argue effectively using facts instead of emotion. This list of middle school debate topics encompasses both serious and lighthearted ideas for kids ages 10 to 14. Each topic includes a link to an article from a reliable source that provides pros and/or cons to help kids make their arguments.
School and Education Debate Topics
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Fun and Funny Debate Topics
Controversial Middle School Debate Topics
These middle school debate topics are pretty contentious and might not be appropriate for all students or every classroom. But if your middle schoolers are ready to take on more serious debates, try these important questions.
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Plus, check out 75 Funny Debate Topics for Kids of All Ages.
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