Kids Philosophy Slam 2010
Defiantly something to consider! Or maybe we can create our own Philosophy Slam at EA and actually sponsor an event! Let’s talk about this more next time if you guys are interested! We could name ours, “EA Philosophy Smack Down 2010!” What do you think?
http://www.philosophyslam.org/
The Mission of the Kids Philosophy Slam is to give kids a voice, and to inspire them to think by unlocking their intellectual and creative potential through a unique yet powerful philosophical forum.
The Kids Philosophy Slam is an annual program designed to make philosophy fun and accessible to all kids in grades K—12, as well as to help promote critical thinking skills and encourage dialogue with other students and adults. The Philosophy Slam asks kids to answer a philosophical question such as “What is the meaning of life?” Depending on their age, kids can express themselves in words, artwork, poetry or song. Each grade level has its own national winner, and the top four high school students debate the question at the national finals. The winner earns the title of “The Most Philosophical Student in America” Schools from across the country compete for the title of “The Most Philosophical School in America.”
The Kids Philosophy Slam is much more than an academic competition. It provides resources for teachers and students, internship opportunities for younger kids and volunteer and mentoring opportunities for high school students, college students, parents and teachers.
Click here for rules.
