February 27, 2017
On February 23, 2017, approximately 200 parents from the Lower Mainland gathered at Surrey School District to learn more about 'Best Strategies for Gifted Learners'. Dr. Lannie Kanevsky has kindly shared a list of gifted readings and resources that may be helpful for parents and educators.
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This month's idea sponsored by: Burnaby School District
Philosophy for Kids!!!
Many advanced learners love discussing philosophical issues. Through philosophical discussion, children have the opportunity to examine a variety of issues with their peers, offer multiple perspectives and start to investigate, formulate and evaluate their own place in the world. It's during this rich discussion that students often start developing a moral compass for life and defining their inner value systems. The website below has assembled sets for children’s books that raise philosophical issues with read alouds and questioning sets to guide you in encouraging children to discuss big ideas. They have also provided guidelines for each book which identify and discuss the philosophical issues raised by the stories. http://www.mtholyoke.edu/omc/kidsphil/
Example: Emily's Art
Author: Peter Catalanotto
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
When her teacher announces an art contest, Emily uncertainly wonders, "Does the judge know which is better?" When the judge rejects Emily's picture of a dog because she hates dogs, Emily stops painting. Before long, though, Emily's classmates, teacher, and Emily herself realize that "best" can rarely be measured or judged.
A Review of the Philosophical Issues in Emily's Art
Question Sets for Use After Reading the Story
Great Philosophy Books for Kids!
Philosophy for Kids: 40 Fun Questions That Help You Wonder About Everything! (Paperback) ~ David A. White (author)
Q Is for Question: An ABC of Philosophy
There by Fitzpatrick, Marie-louise
For a detail list of philosophical books that spark big idea discussions, click here
Philosophy for Kids!!!
Many advanced learners love discussing philosophical issues. Through philosophical discussion, children have the opportunity to examine a variety of issues with their peers, offer multiple perspectives and start to investigate, formulate and evaluate their own place in the world. It's during this rich discussion that students often start developing a moral compass for life and defining their inner value systems. The website below has assembled sets for children’s books that raise philosophical issues with read alouds and questioning sets to guide you in encouraging children to discuss big ideas. They have also provided guidelines for each book which identify and discuss the philosophical issues raised by the stories. http://www.mtholyoke.edu/omc/kidsphil/
Example: Emily's Art
Author: Peter Catalanotto
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
When her teacher announces an art contest, Emily uncertainly wonders, "Does the judge know which is better?" When the judge rejects Emily's picture of a dog because she hates dogs, Emily stops painting. Before long, though, Emily's classmates, teacher, and Emily herself realize that "best" can rarely be measured or judged.
A Review of the Philosophical Issues in Emily's Art
Question Sets for Use After Reading the Story
Great Philosophy Books for Kids!
Philosophy for Kids: 40 Fun Questions That Help You Wonder About Everything! (Paperback) ~ David A. White (author)
Q Is for Question: An ABC of Philosophy
There by Fitzpatrick, Marie-louise
For a detail list of philosophical books that spark big idea discussions, click here