The Examined Life: Advanced Philosophy for Kids

By David A. White

In this, the follow-up to the best-selling Philosophy for Kids, Dr. David White delves deeper into the philosophical questions kids (and adults) care about deeply. Through vibrant discussions and debate, the book offers ways teachers can help students grapple with age-old questions about the nature of friendship (Aristotle), time (Augustine), knowledge (Plato), existence of God (Aquinas), perception (Berkeley), freedom and society (Rousseau), and many more.

The book is divided into three sections. Part 1 presents primary source readings that will encourage discussion and debate; Part 2 offers easy-to-use activities that focus on the direct application of philosophy to areas such as critical thinking, language, and the arts; and Part 3 offers a unique perspective just for teachers--a philosophical look at how teachers can become more reflective philosophers themselves. This is an excellent teachers' handbook for using advanced philosophy in the classroom.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1593630085
• ISBN13: 9781593630089
• Release Date: September 2005
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12

Customer Reviews

My teenage son read it voluntarily - just what a mom hopes for!

I bought this book and left it sitting in a conspicuous location. My 13-year-old son picked it up and started reading it, and then he read more, and even more! He found it to be engaging while also being educational.

Excellent

Dr. White, who is a gifted professor at the university level, compiles everything that is philosophy in a easy to read book. This is great, not only for gifted adolescents, but for everyone alike.