Children's Book of Philosophy: An Introduction to the World's Greatest Thinkers and their Big Ideas : An Introduction to the World's Greatest Thinkers and their Big Ideas

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ISBN 10: 1409372049 / ISBN 13: 9781409372042

Published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd, 2015

About this Item

Neu Neuware, Importqualität, auf Lager - This book explains philosophy to kids in an easy-to-understand way, using simple text and fun illustrations. It is the perfect introduction to the great thinkers who, from ancient times to the modern day, have tried to make sense of the world by asking questions such as: 'Who am I ', 'Is the world real ', 'Is it ever right to tell a lie '. Meet Socrates and Confucius, Kant and Sartre, and many others who have studied and pondered on the complexities of everyday life. Looking at the major philosophical theories, The Children's Book of Philosophy brings big ideas within the reach of young minds. It examines the problems that have puzzled people for hundreds, or even thousands, of years, working through them in clear and logical stages. The book's lively approach is designed to encourage children to start thinking for themselves and to show them that anyone be a philosopher.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Children's Book of Philosophy: An Introduction to the World's Greatest Thinkers and their Big Ideas : An Introduction to the World's Greatest Thinkers and their Big Ideas
• Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1409372049
• ISBN 13: 9781409372042
• Binding: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 307W x 258H x 17D millimeters 307 millimeters width by 258 millimeters height by 17 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1031 grams

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Synopsis

Children are great at asking the big questions: Where did I come from? Why does the world exist? What is real? Encourage your child's curiosity with DK's Children's Book of Philosophy, a kid-friendly handbook to some of life's biggest questions - because it's never too early to start thinking about thinking. The Children's Book of Philosophy lays out philosophical questions with engaging graphics that are fun and easy for kids to process. We've included biographical information, timelines, and conceptual thinking, all with inviting images. Children learn that their questions are important and have been pondered by famous philosophers for years. The content is geared toward the specific questions of 21st-century kids, so the information is relevant and interesting. Looking for a child's first philosophy book to encourage your young thinker? With the Children's Book of Philosophy, you've found it!