We began today by reviewing the critical thinking intellectual traits on the whiteboard. Then we erased the right column containing opposites that we had used to further clarify the meanings, and instead drew the chart for the eight elements of critical thinking. Charlie could fill in about half of the chart without prompting. By questioning and hints, he completed writing all eight elements. Then we picked up on the film (Lone Ranger) that we are using to identify the traits and elements in action, and to ask questions about character and plot.