The Adventures of Amir Hamza
The Adventures of Amir Hamza

Author: Ghalib Lakhnavi

Publisher: Modern Library

Published: 2012-02-14

Total Pages: 562

ISBN-13: 0812977440

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Here is a special abridged English translation of a major Indo-Persian epic: a panoramic tale of magic and passion, a classic hero’s odyssey that has captivated much of the world. It is the spellbinding story of Amir Hamza, the adventurer who in the service of the Persian emperor defeats many enemies, loves many women, and converts hundreds of infidels to the True Faith before finding his way back to his first love. In Musharraf Ali Farooqi’s remarkable abridged rendition, this masterwork is captured with all its colorful action and fantastic elements intact. Appreciated as the seminal Islamic epic or enjoyed as a sweeping tale as rich and inventive as Homer’s epic sagas, The Adventures of Amir Hamza is a true literary treasure.

Philosophy with Teenagers
Philosophy with Teenagers

Author: Patricia Hannam

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2010-06-01

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13: 1855394863

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An introduction to the theory and practice of the Community of Philosophical Enquiry (P4C). It explains how P4C can facilitate young people's exploration of the key ethical questions of our time.

Philosophy for Teens
Philosophy for Teens

Author: Sharon M. Kaye

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2021-09-03

Total Pages: 169

ISBN-13: 1000495183

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What is love? Is lying always wrong? Is beauty a matter of fact, or a matter of taste? What is discrimination? The answers to these questions, and more, are examined in Philosophy for Teens: Questioning Life's Big Ideas, an in-depth, teenager-friendly look at the philosophy behind everyday issues. The authors examine some of life's biggest topics, such as: lying, cheating, love, beauty, the role of government, hate, and prejudice. Both sides of the debates are covered on every issue, with information from some of the world's most noted philosophers included in a conversational style that teenagers will love. Each chapter includes discussions questions, thought experiments, exercises and activities, and community action steps to help students make reasoned, informed decisions about some of life's greatest debates. Examining life's big ideas and discovering their own opinions have never been easier or more exciting for today's teens. Grades 7-12

Philosophy for Kids
Philosophy for Kids

Author: David A. White

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2021-09-03

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 1000495175

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Inspire animated discussions of questions that concern kids—and all of us—with this innovative, interactive book. Open your students' minds to the wonders of philosophy. Allow them to grapple with the questions philosophers have discussed since the ancient Greeks. Questions include: “Who are your friends?,” “Can computers think?,” “Can something logical not make sense?,” and “Can you think about nothing?” Young minds will find these questions to be both entertaining and informative. If you have ever wondered about questions like these, you are well on your way to becoming a philosopher! Philosophy for Kids offers young people the opportunity to become acquainted with the wonders of philosophy. Packed with exciting activities arranged around the topics of values, knowledge, reality, and critical thinking, this book can be used individually or by the whole class. Each activity allows kids to increase their understanding of philosophical concepts and issues and enjoy themselves at the same time. In addition to learning about a challenging subject, students philosophizing in a classroom setting, as well as the casual reader of Philosophy for Kids, will sharpen their ability to think critically about these and similar questions. Experiencing the enjoyment of philosophical thought enhances a young person's appreciation for the importance of reasoning throughout the traditional curriculum of subjects. The book includes activities, teaching tips, a glossary of terms, and suggestions for further reading. Grades 4-12

More Philosophy for Teens
More Philosophy for Teens

Author: Paul Thomson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2021-09-03

Total Pages: 201

ISBN-13: 1000494748

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Is knowledge the greatest virtue? What is it like to be somebody else? What if tomorrow never comes? Is the world around us real? Your students will be asking these challenging questions and more after reading and completing the activities in More Philosophy for Teens. A companion to the best-selling Philosophy for Teens, this volume tackles the topics of reality and knowledge in a teenager-friendly format. The authors examine some of life's toughest questions, including identity, God, the universe, freedom, and the meaning of life. Both sides of the debates are covered on every issue, with information from some of the world's most noted philosophers included in a conversational style that teenagers will love. Grades 7-12

Who Said What?
Who Said What?

Author: Dale Carlson

Publisher: Bick Publishing House

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 9781884158285

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Philosophy and science team up to explain the working of the brain and how teens in particular should understand the secrets of the brain's functioning.

The Examined Life
The Examined Life

Author: David A. White

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2021-09-03

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 1000489582

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In this book, the follow-up to the best-sellingPhilosophy 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. Grades 7-12

50 Philosophy Ideas You Really Need to Know
50 Philosophy Ideas You Really Need to Know

Author: Ben Dupre

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2022-08-18

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 152942870X

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In a series of 50 accessible essays, Ben Dupré introduces and explains the philosophical questions around knowledge, consciousness, identity, ethics and justice that have engaged the minds of thinkers from the Ancient Greeks to the present day. From Plato's cave to virtue ethics, theories of punishment to animal rights, 50 Philosophy Ideas You Really Need to Know is a complete introduction to the most important philosophical concepts in history.

A Young Person's Guide to Philosophy
A Young Person's Guide to Philosophy

Author: Jeremy Weate

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9780751357790

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Which philosopher threw himself head first into a volcano to prove he was a god? Who formed a secret society and banned its members from eating beans? Is it true that one philosopher operated on his friend's liver and fitted it with a silver tap? Which philosopher insisted that his students sit in deckchairs? Why did another have to have a special niche cut into his table? Who was cut to pieces by sharpened seashells?

The Philosophical Child
The Philosophical Child

Author: Jana Mohr Lone

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Published: 2012-09-16

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1442217340

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What does it mean to be good? Why do people die? What is friendship? Children enter the world full of questions and wrestle with deep, thoughtful issues, even if they do not always wonder them aloud. Many parents have the desire to discuss philosophical ideas with their children, but are unsure how to do so. The Philosophical Child offers parents guidance on how to gently approach philosophical questions with children of all ages. Jana Mohr Lone argues that for children to mature emotionally, they must develop their desire and ability to think abstractly about themselves and their experiences. This book suggests easy ways that parents can engage with their children's philosophical questions and help them develop their "philosophical selves."