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.

2010 Topic:

Is the Pen Mightier than the Sword?

Todays News, June 2nd: The Most Philosophical Student in America is: Achutha Raman of Massachusetts.

Winners in all grade levels now posted.

Award letters and prizes for students were mailed to teachers on May 28th. Thank you to all students and teachers who participated in the 2010 Kids Philosophy Slam! International winner is Yoonsung Bae of South Korea.

Click here for the 2010 downloadable participation certificate.

The Philosopher of the Week will return in September.

With all of the diplomatic efforts, conflicts, wars and terrorism going on in the world today, does the written word still have an impact on society? Given this context the Kids Philosophy Slam selected the topic for 2010; the famous question coined by English author Edward Bulwer-Lytton: Is the Pen Mightier than the Sword?

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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.

2009 downloadable participation certificate

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