Build a Sharp Thinker
with Strong Logic Skills
Encourage curiosity and teach your child to
analyze and reason effectively.
MindCraft Developing
Analytical Skills
Expert-designed, research-backed, and ready to bring
life-changing skills into everyday learning.
Course Overview
Think Critically
Analyze problems and make informed decisions in any situation.
Overcome Bias
Recognize biases to embrace diverse perspectives and open-mindedness.
Communicate Effectively
Express ideas clearly and provide constructive feedback in groups.
Decide Ethically
Use ethical frameworks to navigate dilemmas with integrity and care.

Course Badges

Unlocked After
Completing 1 Module
Meerkat – The Analyzer
You’re sharpening your mind. Like the Meerkat, you pause, observe, and ask smart questions — this badge means you’re learning to think deeper.


Unlocked After
Completing 2 Module
Firefly – The Illuminator
This badge shows your questions are getting brighter. Like the Firefly, you're lighting up dark corners with curiosity and bold thinking.


Unlocked After
Completing 3 Module
Owl Griffin – The Judge
You’ve started thinking critically. The Owl Griffin shows you’re becoming a wise judge of truth — seeking facts and questioning what you see.


Unlocked After
Completing 4 Module
Steel Lizard – The Solver
You’ve earned this badge by staying cool under pressure. Like the Steel Lizard, your moves are measured, your thoughts are sharp, and you adapt.

Meet the Course Creator

Dr. Jim Dolson
Dr. Jim Dolson, EdD, is an accomplished business leader deeply devoted to education at all age levels. With extensive experience across diverse industries and unwavering dedication to teaching, he is the ideal candidate to develop an outstanding curriculum tailored to middle-school students.
As a parent himself, Dr. Dolson understands at a personal level the significance of engaging and impactful learning experiences. His expertise as an instructor at multiple universities highlights his ability to inspire minds and bring out their full potential.
Driven by a genuine passion for education, Dr. Dolson excels at creating a well-rounded curriculum that challenges and nurtures students' growth. His successful tenure as a K12 Superintendent reflects his commitment to fostering confident and academically empowered individuals.
Families can trust Dr. Dolson’s expertise to provide an exceptional educational journey for students, ensuring they receive the best possible learning experience that prepares them for a successful future.
Sample Lesson Preview 
MindCraft: Developing Analytical Skills
Step-by-Step Guide: 4,5,6
Steps to Critical Thinking
Imagine a rumor spreading at school that a classmate is moving away because of bad behavior. You can use the steps of critical thinking to figure out if it’s true. This process helps you find the real story behind what you hear.
First, clarify your purpose. Your goal is to find out the truth, so stay focused on that. Next, question your sources by asking who started the rumor and whether they’re reliable.
Then, identify the arguments people are making for or against the rumor. Gather reasons from different sources, and see if they match up. After that, analyze the background, details, and facts around the situation.
Next, judge the arguments based on their strengths and weaknesses. Look at which reasons are more convincing and why. Finally, create your own argument by using everything you’ve learned to form a reasoned conclusion.
By following these six steps, you can think critically, make smart decisions, and discover what’s really going on.