Video: What is Cognitive Dissonance? A psychologist explains to a kid
What is that feeling you have when you find out that you are wrong about something important?
We are adding videos to the book series!
Now when you read the Beyond Belief books you will find little spyglass icons and inside each one will be a QR code. Scan the code and it will take … Continue Reading We are adding videos to the book series!
I was interviewed on the Skeptical Help Bar!
If you haven’t heard of Kenny Biddle or his show “The Skeptical Help Bar” then you have to check it out. Kenny is a former ghost hunter turned debunker and … Continue Reading I was interviewed on the Skeptical Help Bar!
UFOs, Psychics, and The End of the World: The Weird Story of Cognitive Dissonance
How would you feel if I told you that one of your beliefs is wrong? Not just any belief, a belief that is core to your identity. And what if … Continue Reading UFOs, Psychics, and The End of the World: The Weird Story of Cognitive Dissonance
Book 3 is Available!
The Beyond Belief series teaches kids critical thinking skills through fun stories. Book three is available now!
Book 3 Cover Reveal!
The cover for book 3 of Beyond Belief is here!
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Why “obvious” research on critical thinking should be done anyway
I’m scrolling through the latest science news with my morning coffee when I stumble upon this gem: “Study finds lack of critical thinking skills linked to belief in conspiracy theories.” … Continue Reading Why “obvious” research on critical thinking should be done anyway
Book 3 Update
I’ve heard from many of you wanting to know when the next Beyond Belief book will be done. So to answer your questions, Beyond Belief 3: The Phantom of Highcastle … Continue Reading Book 3 Update
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You’ve heard of Confirmation Bias, but what is it really? A shrink explains.
The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance- it is the illusion of knowledge. – Daniel J. Boorstin Why do researchers give placebos? Why do they have control conditions and … Continue Reading You’ve heard of Confirmation Bias, but what is it really? A shrink explains.
I was interviewed
“I am a sucker for a good zombie book. I also remember teaching all the different genres when I was a teacher. October was the “Spooky” genre month, but I found many students reading them all year long. If you have a child that enjoys the “Spooky” or horror fiction genre, I think I’ve found the right author for you.”
Book 2 is Launched!
Beyond belief book 2 is live on Amazon and has already reached the top spot in multiple categories. As you know if you follow this blog, I am a child … Continue Reading Book 2 is Launched!
Beyond Belief 2 is now available for preorder
Great news! If you want to get the kindle version of Beyond Belief: The Adventure of Zombie Island you can now pre-order your copy. Get your copy here and start … Continue Reading Beyond Belief 2 is now available for preorder
A Beautiful Book Series for Little Thinkers
If you are a parent who loves science, skepticism, and critical thinking, then you’ve probably heard of the Annabelle and Aiden series by J. R. Becker. If you haven’t, then … Continue Reading A Beautiful Book Series for Little Thinkers
Classroom Visit
Recently I had a wonderful experience as an author. Ms. Hubbell, a fourth grade teacher in Michigan, invited me to visit with her fourth grade class! The children had read … Continue Reading Classroom Visit