Examining both sides of five issues with big kid appeal (eating vegetables, bedtimes, screentime, homework, and doing chores), the author walks readers through the basics of debate skills, critical thinking and media literacy. How to pick a side, do your research, construct your argument, and rebut your opponent's case are all explained step by step as kids follow a cast of diverse characters debating one another. And along the way, readers will learn key tips about debating and public speaking as they consider the pros and cons of broccoli, curfews, and more.

Introduction -- Chapter 1: Get your way about chores -- Chapter 2: Get your way about screens -- Chapter 3: Get your way about vegetables -- Chapter 4: Get your way about bedtime -- Chapter 5: Get your way about homework -- Conclusion: Why debate? -- Glossary and selected sources -- Further reading and index.