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.
2009 Topic:
Greed or Giving: Which has a greater impact on society?
Todays News, June 9th, 2009. The 2009
"Most Philosophical Student in America" is:
Bert Geng of Bethpage, New York.

2009 kindergarten through high school and all other
winners click here!
The Most Philosophical School in America is:
Bethpage High School, Bethpage, New York.
For a press release click here.
A downloadable
participation certificate is available for teachers to print
out to give to all students who participated in the 2009 Kids
Philosophy Slam. Thank you to all students and teachers who participated in the 2009 Kids Philosophy Slam!
Given the current climate of the global economy, the Kids Philosophy Slam selected the topic for 2009. Greed or Giving: Which has a greater impact on society? The Philosopher of the Week returns in October.
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.
A downloadable
participation certificate is available May 26th for teachers to print
out to give to all students who participate in the 2009 Kids
Philosophy Slam.
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