The Essentials of Philosophy for Children

Abstract

Today the education scholars considers some philosophical concepts and basic
questions in education; they considered this belief that all people have a common natural
feature, i.e. thinking. Thinking and contemplation do not require learning, but need to obtain
skills. Therefore, thinking skills should be trained to people, and it can be stated since childhood.
This research is based on the project “philosophy for children” as a basic medium to develop
thinking skill in children. This project aims at teaching children how to think philosophically.
This project can develop logical thinking, critical thinking, and ethical values in children
through philosophical stories and dialogues. Teacher acts as an advisor and facilitator of
education, and at the end, the groups do self-evaluation. In this context, the students respect the
other’s thoughts, speech, and behaviors.