| When | Monday 1:30 |
| Teacher Name | MichelleMalachowski |
| Target Age Range | 12 - None |
| General Grade Level | Middle School, Lower High School, Upper High School |
| Ability Level | Introductory |
| Skill Requirements/Prerequisites | Essential that the student can be respectful of the others in the study group. Student should like to engage in conversation as well as listen to others. |
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| Study Group Style | Lecture, Discussion |
| Description | I would utilize the book Philosophy for Kids by David A. White, Ph.D which is a teaching guide to introduce young people to philosophy. It consists primarily of analyzing brief passages from important philosophers throughout the history of the discipline. "Philosophy for Kids opens the door to the cool way philosophers wonder about the world through a format combining the precision of philosophical thought with a light and, at time, loony touch." The book provides 40 questions and is divided into 4 sections Values, Knowledge, Reality and Critical Thinking. Some questions presented include: How do you know who your friends are? Is it your duty to give to charity? Are there times when you should be violent? Can another person understand your feelings? Do you perceive things as they are or only as they seem to be? Are you the same person you were five years ago? Can you think about nothing at all? Each question contains a short reading section, information regarding a philosopher/philosophy, quotes by philosophers, etc. and activity and discussion questions and notes for further thought. The books keeps the topics interesting and accessible and provides good questions for discussion. The study group would be for those who enjoy participating in civil discussion and are able to listen respectfully. |