Big Ideas for Little Philosophers: Imagination with Rene Descartes

Explore the importance of imagination with the youngest readers in a wonderfully accessible way.

Even little children have big questions about life. Imaginations are unique to every human on earth and Rene Descartes believed that is what makes every person their own true self. By thinking about what we imagine and how all people imagine differently, kids can work on understanding others’ perspectives and points of view and become more empathetic. Imagination with Rene Descartes will help them see how using your imagination makes you you and understanding the same about friends and family is an important part of getting along in a community.

Look for all six Big Ideas for Little Philosophers board books: Equality with Simone de Beauvoir, Truth with Socrates, Happiness with Aristotle, Imagination with Rene Descartes, Kindness with Confucius, Love with Plato, and Truth with Socrates.