What's inside the debate prep journal
- Case Builder
- Both Sides
- Evidence File
- Round Flow Sheet
- Round Results
- Skills to Build
- Notes
See every page
All 11 pages of the US Letter version, exactly as they print. Tap a page to see it larger.
- 1. Cover
- 2. This Journal Belongs To
- 3. Contents
- 4. Case Builder
- 5. Both Sides
- 6. Evidence File
- 7. Round Flow Sheet
- 8. Round Results
- 9. Skills to Build
- 10. Notes
- 11. Thank you page
Who this debate prep journal is for
This journal is for debate students, speech and debate team members and anyone preparing to argue a position clearly and persuasively. It suits middle school, high school and college debaters, as well as coaches tracking their team's progress. Strong debaters prepare both sides, gather solid evidence, take careful notes during rounds and reflect on every judge's feedback, and this journal gives each of those habits a dedicated place to grow.
How to use your debate prep journal
Write your case for each resolution on the case page with claims, reasoning and evidence. Prepare arguments for both sides so you are ready for anything. Collect evidence with full sources on the evidence page. Flow each round, noting your opponents' arguments and your responses. Record results and judge feedback on the rounds page. Track skills like rebuttals, cross-examination and time management, and set goals for the next tournament.
Formats included
A4 PDF
For printing in most of the world (210 × 297 mm).
US Letter PDF
For printing in the US and Canada (8.5 × 11 in).
Digital PDF
Hyperlinked tabs for tablets and PDF annotation apps.
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Free downloadDebate Prep Journal questions
Can I prepare both sides of a resolution?
Yes. Look for the "Both Sides" page in the 11-page debate prep journal. Download it free, print only the pages you need and add more copies of any page later. Print the A4 or US Letter PDF as often as you need, or write in the digital version on a tablet.
Is there a flow page for rounds?
Yes. Look for the "Round Flow Sheet" and "Round Results" pages in the 11-page debate prep journal. Print the A4 or US Letter PDF as often as you need, or write in the digital version on a tablet. Every page is undated, so you can start any day and reprint a page whenever it fills up.
Can I record judge feedback?
Yes. Other pages in the 11-page debate prep journal include "Case Builder", "Both Sides" and "Evidence File", so related notes stay together. Print the A4 or US Letter PDF as often as you need, or write in the digital version on a tablet.
Is the Debate Prep Journal really free?
Yes, the Debate Prep Journal is completely free for personal use. Download the 11-page PDF without an account or email address, print it at home as often as you like and share the page link with friends. Matching bundles on our Etsy shop are optional and paid; this single planner stays free.
What size is the Debate Prep Journal?
The Debate Prep Journal comes in A4 (210 x 297 mm) and US Letter (8.5 x 11 inches), plus a hyperlinked digital PDF for tablets. Choose the file that matches the paper in your printer and print at Actual size or 100%, so nothing is cut off. Both paper sizes have the same 11 pages.
