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Zusatztext ‘What I like with this book is that it shows that good thinking is something you can learn and train, and that although it can be hard work, it can also be fun. Sara Stanley shows the difference the teacher can make when it comes to helping students to become better thinkers and to listen to the ideas of others. Why Think? will stimulate teachers to try meaningful activities that develop children's thinking, self-esteem and their relationships with others, whilst alsoshowing that philosophy is not only enriching and fun for children, but also for teachers.' Beate Børresen, Associate Professor, Faculty of Education and International Studies, Oslo and Akershus University College, Norway Informationen zum Autor Sara Stanley Klappentext We live in an ever demanding world where independent, creative thinking is highly prized. We want the children of the future to have the skills and confidence to form their own ideas, and have the confidence and resilience to speak up for what they believe in. Why Think? will enable practitioners of children aged 3-11 to confidently turn their classrooms into spaces where thinking, challenging and reasoning become as natural as play. In this book, the author of But Why? explores how to maximise philosophical play through activities, games and parental engagement. Why Think? Includes: . Inspirational case studies. Facilitation techniques and information on philosophical concepts. A list of recommended books and resources, online quizzes, thinking games and useful web links. Question-board activities to stimulate daily thinking The book is visually interesting with lots of annotated sessions, drawings, photos, and ideas for resources. A must for all early years and primary practitioners. Vorwort A practical guide to teaching philosophical thinking through play, questioning and dialogic activities to develop children's deeper understanding of life's big questions. Zusammenfassung A practical guide to teaching philosophical thinking through play, questioning and dialogic activities to develop children's deeper understanding of life's big questions. It enables practitioners of children aged 3-11 to turn their classrooms into spaces where thinking, challenging and reasoning become as natural as play. Inhaltsverzeichnis 1. Introduction to Philosophy in Schools \ 2. Starting with Play \ 3. Creating Philosophical Thinkers \ 4. Big Thinking about Big Ideas \ 5. Think Again \ 6. Philosophical Journeys - Case studies \ 7. Using books and Resources \ 8. Putting it all Together - Thinking for Life \ Index...
