Moments of the day
Debate time
Debates help students practice speaking, listening, and respectful disagreement. They build confidence, critical thinking, and teamwork, whether you’re working with young learners or high schoolers.
A projected debate screen keeps everyone on track. Timers, speaking order, prompts, and live polls help you manage the flow and make sure every voice is heard. You can adapt templates to fit your topic and age group, so your debate time runs smoothly.
Templates for Debate time
Pre-K (ages 3–5)
Simple debate for pre-K (ages 3–5)
A ready-to-use classroom screen for guiding simple debates with pre-K students using polls and timers.
Kindergarten to 2nd grade
Debate time for kindergarten–2nd grade
A ready-to-use debate screen with poll, timer, checklist, and name picker for ages 5–8.
Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11)
Debate time for grades 3–5
A ready-to-use debate screen with polls, timers, and tools for grades 3–5.
Grades 6-8 (ages 11–14)
Debate template for grades 6–8
A free debate template for grades 6–8 with poll, timer, checklist, and name picker.
Grades 9–12 (ages 14–18)
Debate board for high school (grades 9–12)
A debate board for grades 9–12 with poll, checklist, timer, and fair name picker.
Why teachers like it
- Keeps debates organized and fair for all ages.
- Helps students stay engaged and follow the rules.
- Saves time with ready-to-use templates and built-in tools.
How to set it up
- 1Pick a debate screen template for your grade level.
- 2Edit prompts, rules, and speaking order if needed.
- 3Project the screen at the front of the room.
- 4Assign students to teams or positions.
- 5Use the timer widget to keep turns fair and focused. Show speaking order and instructions on screen so everyone knows what to do next. Add a poll or exit ticket for student reflections at the end.
Tips
- Preview the template before class and adjust the language for your students’ age.
- Use the name picker to choose speakers randomly or in order.
- Try a live poll for quick audience feedback or to decide the debate winner.
- Set clear rules and expectations on the screen so everyone remembers them.
Questions teachers ask
Can I add my own debate topics?
Yes, you can edit any template to include your own prompts, topics, or instructions.
What if my students are new to debating?
Choose a simple template for younger students with clear steps, and use the timer to keep turns short and manageable.
How do students participate in polls?
Students scan the QR code with their phones or tablets and answer directly from their device.
Can I use these screens for online or hybrid classes?
Yes, you can share your screen in a video call so all students can see the debate flow and participate.