Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Pages: 172
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Trim: 6¼ x 9½
978-1-4758-4810-6 • Hardback • February 2019 • $71.00 • (£55.00)
978-1-4758-4811-3 • Paperback • February 2019 • $32.00 • (£25.00)
978-1-4758-4812-0 • eBook • February 2019 • $30.00 • (£25.00)
Erik Kenyon PhD is author of Augustine and the Dialogue (Cambridge 2018) which explores the intersection of literary form and philosophy of education in Augustine’s earliest works. He has taught at Rollins College since 2012 and partnered with 5 Orlando-area schools through Philosophy for Children courses.
Diane Doyle MA has worked in early childhood for 30 years always with an emphasis on social emotional development, inclusive early educational experiences and Positive Behavior Supports with a focus on art as the vehicle for children’s expression of understanding and documentation in the Reggio Emilia tradition.
Sharon Carnahan PhD is an applied developmental psychologist who studies young children and their caregiving environments. She is a professor of psychology and has served Rollins College and the Hume House Child Development and Student Research Center since 1992.
Series Page
Foreword
Part I: Integrating Philosophy into Early Education
Chapter 1 – Origin of the Project & Acknowledgements
Chapter 2 – A Case for Integrating Philosophy into Early Education
Chapter 3 – Theory into Practice: Bringing Philosophy into Early Education
Part II: Teaching Ancient Ethics
Chapter 4 – Lesson 1 – Character
Chapter 5 – Lesson 2 – Bravery
Chapter 6 – Lesson 3 – Moderation & Self-Control
Chapter 7 – Lesson 4 – Friendship
Part III: Teaching Modern Ethics
Chapter 8 – Lesson 5 – Pleasure & the Greater Good
Chapter 9 – Lesson 6 – Rules & Respect
Chapter 10 – Lesson 7 – Care
Postscript: “Education as Growth”
Appendix: Overview of Lessons
Bibliography
Kenyon, Doyle and Carnahan are pioneers in introducing young children to philosophy. Their book is an extremely valuable resource for faculty interested in teaching college level philosophy courses designed to enable their students to work in the classroom with youngsters. It is brimming with great ideas to spark discussion about the value and practice of philosophy for children. Their clear lesson plans serve both as blueprints and catalysts for innovative ways of engaging the very young in philosophical inquiry. Highly recommend as a pedagogical resource for college instructors and as a tool for deepening undergraduates’ appreciation of philosophical discourse and method.
— Susan Russinoff, Senior Lecturer in Philosophy & Faculty Fellow, Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life, Tufts University
What I love most about Ethics for the Very Young is how closely it aligns to the work I do as a psychotherapist with children, teens, and families. A child exposed to this curriculum will practice the skills necessary to acknowledge their inner voice and develop empathetic, compassionate, and age-appropriate concepts that will lead to an enhanced understanding of self-worth and self-identity.
— Megan Gunter, Owner, Sweet Maple Counseling, Inc.
The overview of Ancient and Modern Philosophy was a very useful overview of the age old questions that we as adults struggle with everyday. The process allowed me an opportunity to reflect on my own beliefs. Educators of young children will find that understanding ones own beliefs will give them a greater insight in their ability to have open discussions with children.
I found that the lessons presented were clear and engaging and the activities age appropriate, Teachers will need supervision and guidance at the start of this journey and time to reflect as a group on responses and reactions of their students.
Experienced early childhood educators who understand the importance of open ended questions will now have more tools on their belt to extend deeper thinking among our youngest population. They will also now have a great model to expand the lessons using some of their own favorite books.
Enjoy the journey.
— Carol McNally, Early Childhood Professional and Former director of JCC in Maitland Florida
To learn more about Ethics for the Very Young check out: https://youtu.be/ok9ZCErPWuM4/25/19, Fox 35 Orlando: The station interviewed authors Kenyon and Doyle for a TV segment, and transcribed part of the segment in an article. Link to article: http://www.fox35orlando.com/news/local-news/rollins-colleges-pre-school-takes-a-philosophical-approach-to-teaching-kids. Link to video: https://youtu.be/ok9ZCErPWuM.