This lesson explores the idea of self. This is to be spanned across a couple of lessons to space reading the book selected and make connections in the book to the idea of identity. This also allows us to talk about how we see ourselves and how other people see us and what makes us who we are.
What is the Self and how do we define it? When thinking about abstract concepts such as gravity, how do we determine/distinguish between reality vs. imagination? What makes an idea real and what makes it fake? The lesson is divided into two parts, the first being the background discussion establishing definitions and ideas, and the second being an activity to […]
There’s a saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” Can 3-4 photos show people who you are as a person? Look through photos on your camera roll or photo album that capture different sides of yourself and write a letter to your future self.
Have you ever thought about what goes on in your mind when you read words on a page? “An open field dotted with bushes” probably makes you think of an image, but that image is different from the one your friend or relative might think of. Open this lesson to learn more.
Today’s lesson will focus on the qualities that make you unique. How are you different from other people? What makes you similar to other people? What makes you the person you are? The goal of this lesson is to get students thinking about how every person is their own individual. Click Here for the Google Form!
We are a team of Hamilton College students designing virtual philosophy lessons for K-12 students. Our goal is to empower students during these uncertain times and elevate their voices.
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