A fun and engaging book designed to harness and develop children's natural philosophical interest.
Children are born philosophers. Without prompting, they often ask questions about time, mortality, happiness and the meaning of life. This book addresses some of their more complex questions by introducing accessible philosophical concepts from 25 famous thinkers, contextualized in relatable everyday scenarios. Presented in an interactive question and answer format, this book takes us to meet leading figures of philosophy from around the world and from all eras-and shows us how their ideas continue to matter.
With discussions about some of the most vibrant and essential philosophical ideas of history, this accessible book functions as an ideal introduction to the subject as well as a charming way to open up conversations between children and adults about the biggest questions we all face.
FEATURED AS ONE OF THE GUARDIAN'S BEST KIDS BOOKS OF 2018
26 WISE AND VARIED IDEAS: to inspire curiosity in young minds.
INCLUDES THOUGHTFUL ACTIVITIES: to prompt conversations between adults and children.
A CHILDREN'S INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY: inspired by great thinkers such as Simone de Beauvoir, Ludwig Wittgenstein and Plato.
RELEVANT AND ENGAGING FOR KIDS 9 AND UP: chapters include: Maybe You're Just Tired, Learn to Say What's on Your Mind and Why You Might Feel Lonely.
FULL COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS BY ANNA DOHERTY THROUGHOUT
Children are born philosophers. Without prompting, they often ask questions about time, mortality, happiness and the meaning of life. This book addresses some of their more complex questions by introducing accessible philosophical concepts from 25 famous thinkers, contextualized in relatable everyday scenarios. Presented in an interactive question and answer format, this book takes us to meet leading figures of philosophy from around the world and from all eras-and shows us how their ideas continue to matter.
With discussions about some of the most vibrant and essential philosophical ideas of history, this accessible book functions as an ideal introduction to the subject as well as a charming way to open up conversations between children and adults about the biggest questions we all face.
FEATURED AS ONE OF THE GUARDIAN'S BEST KIDS BOOKS OF 2018
26 WISE AND VARIED IDEAS: to inspire curiosity in young minds.
INCLUDES THOUGHTFUL ACTIVITIES: to prompt conversations between adults and children.
A CHILDREN'S INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY: inspired by great thinkers such as Simone de Beauvoir, Ludwig Wittgenstein and Plato.
RELEVANT AND ENGAGING FOR KIDS 9 AND UP: chapters include: Maybe You're Just Tired, Learn to Say What's on Your Mind and Why You Might Feel Lonely.
FULL COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS BY ANNA DOHERTY THROUGHOUT
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From the team that created Big Ideas For Curious Minds, an introduction to the history of science and its impact on the world today
Science is all around us, helping to explain the ideas that matter in our life. By asking questions about how things work, we can gain a deeper understanding of the world and our place in it.Big Ideas from Science introduces children to some of the most influential scientists throughout history, and the amazing scientific breakthroughs that have changed the way we live - from the discovery of bronze to the invention of the microscope. With engaging facts and playful illustrations, children are encouraged to follow their innate curiosity, to look at the world in different ways and to try and make sense of it.
The book shows us how science not only helps us invent incredible new technology, understand the structure of atoms or reach the moon, but can also help us with some of the most important questions in our lives: how can I become a wiser person, a better friend and a kinder, more compassionate human?