Overview
An introductory guide to Eastern and Western philosophy for kids ages 8 to 12
Philosophy is both fun and good for kids' brains, as it encourages them to think deeply and develop their own solutions to complex problems. With this colorful book about philosophy for kids, they'll learn all about introductory concepts and important thinkers in a way that's fun and approachable, but still in-depth and substantial.
Your child will explore questions like: "What is real?", "How do I know something is true?", "How can I be a good person?", and "If this is true, what else is true?" A detailed glossary offers easy-to-understand definitions for the more advanced words and ideas in the book.
Dive into philosophy for children with:
- An intro to philosophy—Get essential information about the origins of philosophy, the different branches, and the benefits of studying it.
- The four main branches—Discover the main branches of philosophy: metaphysics (reality), epistemology (knowledge), logic (critical thinking), and ethics (values).
- Philosopher profiles—Learn about different kinds of philosophy from all over the world and details about philosophers like Socrates, Pythagoras, Nancy Fraser, and Neil deGrasse Tyson.
Inspire your child to think deeply with this perfect introduction to philosophy for kids.
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