“Philosophy” seems like a big, serious word for a big, serious practice, with all kinds of emotional and intellectual baggage attached. Even just the mention of it intimidates a lot of adults, conjuring images of ancient thinkers in togas, or academics with furrowed brows. Philosophy feels like something deep, cerebral, and even tiring.

And maybe it is…for adults.

We love every book we publish, but of course, it’s always exciting to have them recognized by others too. We’re so excited to announce that two of our critical thinking books for kids have been named “Distinguished Favourite” in the 2025 Independent Press Awards!

The very best part of opening a discussion with a child at the end of the holiday season is having a chance to pause and think together. It’s not only an opportunity to hear their thoughts, but it can set the tone for a very think-y new year!

Just in time for the holidays, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of our newest interactive ebook app, “They Do, Not You!”

No, you don’t have to bring up current events or any specific political figures in order to chat about politics with a young mind. Start with fun activities like these, that deal with bigger concepts, and as your child gets older, they’ll have a good, solid foundation for more detailed, complicated discussions.

Even tiny wee kids have big thoughts about plants and trees, and there’s certainly no lack of inspiration to be found in their surroundings. Encourage your little thinker to branch out with their ideas, and you won’t be-leaf how your conversations with them will blossom.

Our latest release takes a fun look at how other creatures deal with uncertainty and all-around weirdness, and then gently reminds us that we have other tools at our disposal. Oh yeah, and it rhymes too.

Here’s the thing we, as adults, overlook: doing philosophy feels far riskier to us than it does to younger thinkers. Kids, especially little ones, don’t balk at taking these kinds of risks. Big questions aren’t daunting, jumping into conversations isn’t a big deal, and potentially looking a little silly doesn’t really phase them.

Changing our minds is about being open to new ideas or ways of doing things. It’s being curious and flexible enough to give new ideas a chance, while still being critical and skeptical before accepting and adopting them. Changing our minds involves being nimble, adaptable, and willing to see and evaluate all kinds of possibilities. It’s knowing when it’s justified to hold onto something, and when it’s necessary to let go of it.

Peace is something we long for all year round, really, but it seems to be baked into the holiday season. With current world events, it’s even more prominent in our minds, and at times like these, it feels like it’s in short supply. If it’s difficult for an adult to get their head around a huge concept like peace, we can imagine how a kid feels.

Most kids are grateful for and enthusiastic about being included in important conversations. They can handle difficult information if it’s presented in the right way. The long and the short of it is that kids don’t just want to know, they need to know.

Our kids seem fine with them, even delighted by them. Well, we’re supposed to be the smart ones, the ones in charge, the ones who always know what’s what and what to do. That’s an awful lot of pressure, and perhaps an unattainable goal. Maybe we should open ourselves up as thinkers, give ourselves a break, and set an example for our littles. And maybe wonderful adventures in thinking will happen.

From a very early age, kids are curious about what it means to work. As we’ve seen over the past few years, the definition of and attitude toward work have changed a great deal. Chances are, a lot of our kids will make their living in careers that don’t yet exist.

So, why not make work a topic of conversation with your kiddo?

Our book for all ages, “Idunno”, is now available in French and Spanish!

Presenting our latest release, “That’s What They Said”!

There’s a myth floating around out there that in philosophy, there are no right or wrong answers. It’s understandable, but not quite accurate. Free thinking isn’t just a free-for-all There are rules for good thinking, and things to avoid. It may be true that there isn’t just one right or wrong answer, but there are definitely some that are better than others, and these ones have no (or at least fewer) mistakes in logic.

Presenting our newest release in Spanish, “Hola, Soy Una Historia”! Check it out, and be ready to have an amazing chat with your little thinker about storytelling, media, and the many ways humans have found to share ideas!

Do all the regular things you’re supposed to do as examples for your kid. Eat your vegetables, bathe regularly, get some sleep, and mind your manners. Just don’t forget, on a regular basis, to model being a thinker. They’ll thank you for it later.

Kids are wired to question, to ask “why”, to challenge ideas and decisions. It’s not the easiest part of parenting, but if we play our cards right, we can channel this drive into something productive, something that will help our kids to be better thinkers, and better citizens of the world.

Introducing Marta! She’s perceptive, she’s creative, and she’s out to build a better world- in Spanish!