The Mission of the Kids Philosophy Slam is to give kids a voice and to inspire kids to think by unlocking their intellectual and creative potential through a unique and powerful philosophical forum.

2008 Topic:
Is global warming the greatest challenge facing humankind?

This Week's News, June 5th, 2008:

The Most Philosophical Student in America is:
Meghan Nelson, Alexandria, Virginia.

Runner up is: Daniel Leef, Raleigh, North Carolina.

3rd place: Elizabeth Soricelli, Bronx, New York.
4th Place: Kayla Bruun, Brooklandville, Maryland.
5th Place: Rex Gelb, Brooklandville, Maryland.

Kids Philosophy Slam winners and links to winning artwork and essays in grades K-8 are posted on the the Prizes page.

The Most Philosophical School in America is: The Park School of Baltimore, Maryland.

The runner up is: Capitol Hill GT Magnet School, St Paul, Minnesota.

The Philosopher of the Week will return in September. A downloadable participation certificate is available for teachers to print out to give to all students who participate in the 2008 Kids Philosophy Slam.

If you would like to be on our mailing list, please contact us at: info@philosophyslam.org

The Kids Philosophy Slam is designed to make philosophy accessible and fun for kids of all ages and abilities, to promote a philosophical dialogue between kids and adults, and to promote a greater awareness of philosophy and education in everyday life. Over $5,000 in prizes are available to students & schools. Home school entries and international participation are encouraged.

The Kids Philosophy Slam has been featured on: The NBC Today Show, The New York Times, National Public Radio, Christian Science Monitor and TIME Magazine for Kids

Listen to National Public Radio Weekend Edition
Saturday, May 6, 2006 - Scott Simon on National Public Radio talks to Ryan Adams, 16, a finalist in the 2006 Kids Philosophy Slam in Washington, D.C.

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