Children’s literature is full of philosophical questions and ideas, reflecting an awareness of children’s propensities to think about life’s big questions. This webinar will explore ways to inspire exploration with children about their big questions through children’s books. We will examine several examples of philosophically-suggestive works, and will engage as a group in a philosophical inquiry based on a picture book. You will come away with ideas and resources for involving children in philosophical questioning and discovery through literature.
Date Recorded: 10/25/22
Format: Archived YouTube Video
Presenter: Jana Mohr Lone, Executive Director of Philosophy Learning and Teaching Organization (PLATO) and Affiliate Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Washington
Resources:
- PLATO
- PLATO toolkit
- Teaching Children Philosophy (collection of over 200 free discussion guides)
- Examining Ethics Podcast interview with Jana Mohr Lone