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The Philosophy Foundation: Big Questions for Little Thinkers (Ages 5 - 7)

In this playful, talk-based workshop, children explore philosophical questions about the world of tomorrow in response to Tai Shani: The Spell or The Dream.

Parents/Guardians must be present for full duration of the workshop

DatesThu 14 Aug 2025
Times11am-12pm
SpaceWest Wing
Price£5 per ticket (for one child with one parent/guardian)

What do you think the future will be like? Will people be kinder? Will there still be rules? Led by a trained philosopher, the session is entirely interactive and child-led, encouraging even the youngest thinkers to voice their ideas, listen to others, and wonder aloud.

There will also be an opportunity for children to contribute their thoughts and drawings to a collaborative art installation — capturing how young minds imagine what’s to come.

About The Philosophy Foundation

The Philosophy Foundation is an award-winning charity that brings philosophical enquiry to children and young people through trained specialist facilitators. Our sessions are talk-based, child-led, and designed to develop critical thinking, reasoning, and oracy.

https://www.philosophy-foundation.org/

Big Questions for Little Thinkers is part of The Spell or The Dream, a major new commission by Somerset House Studios artist Tai Shani. Centered around a striking new sculpture for the Somerset House courtyard, this multifaceted work includes a 24/7 radio broadcast, live talks and performances, and an extensive family programme, inviting a host of guest contributors to collectively dream of possible futures.