Humanism, What's That?: A Book for Curious Kids by Helen Bennett (English) Paper

Description: Humanism, What's That? by Helen Bennett Aimed at ages 10+, this work offers an approach to presenting humanism to young adults. It contains discussion questions, suggestions for activities, and a bibliography. It is useful for parents and teachers looking to expose their children or students to a secular philosophic perspective. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This work is aimed at ages 10+. Complete with discussion questions, suggestions for activities, and a bibliography, this innovative approach to presenting humanism to young adults will be welcome by parents and teachers looking to expose their children or students to a secular philosophic perspective. Author Biography Helen Bennett, a former high school and university English teacher, childrens librarian, and editor, is now a volunteer teacher of adults at the Unitarian Universalist Friendship Fellowship of Pineda, Florida. She holds masters degrees in English and library science. Review "This book definitely meets a need. And still, this book is more than just the only thing out there. Id go so far as to say that its good, and it covers a lot of ground." -- Ayuddha.net, blog of childrens librarian, May 2009 Long Description Mrs. Green is teaching her daily science class one day when suddenly she receives terrible news: A popular student named Amanda has been struck by a car on her way to class and is now hospitalized with serious injuries. "Lets all pray for Amanda," says one earnest classmate. "Surely God will make her well if He hears our prayers." Mrs. Green is confronted with the dilemma that every public school teacher must be ready to deal with. While the church-state separation laws wont allow school prayer, Mrs. Green wants to do something to help her students cope with a life-threatening situation that has raised deep questions.Thus begins a conversation between teacher and students that forms the basis of this thoughtful work. Starting with the historic concept of separation of church and state, the curious youngsters insistent questions lead to a consideration of philosophic issues: Why shouldnt they pray for Amanda in class? Why do some people believe in God while others dont? Is there life after death? What gives life meaning? In the course of what becomes a parent-approved after-school discussion, Mrs. Green presents a humanistic point of view, making the following points. Humanists look at life as a natural process, so they dont believe in the supernatural. They rely on science to explain the meaning of life, not on religion, though they support each persons freedom to choose to believe or not to believe. Rather than speculating about what comes after death, humanists prefer to focus on life on earth. Humanists generally espouse the values of universal education, freedom of thought and free expression, open-minded pursuit of the truth, tolerance of others differences, mutual respect, and preservation of the environment.Complete with discussion questions, suggestions for activities, and a bibliography, this innovative approach to presenting humanism to young adults will be welcome by parents and teachers looking to expose their children or students to a secular philosophic perspective. Review Text ""Covers a lot of ground in a manner and style that should help children understand humanism...Humanist and atheist parents would certainly benefit from having it because it presents basic humanist principles at a level younger children can comprehend - and it may even help them explain themselves to their friends."- About.com"This small volume holds out the hope and openness of Humanism in a form that can help young people confront Fundamentalist approaches to religion with confidence. And confront them they do, just as described in Mrs. Greens classroom and in schoolyards across this nation. Humanism, Whats That? embodies the values which are central to my faith and is a wonderful addition to our ministry of liberal religious education."Rev. William G. SinkfordPresident, Unitarian Universalist Association Review Quote "Covers a lot of ground in a manner and style that should help children understand humanism…Humanist and atheist parents would certainly benefit from having it because it presents basic humanist principles at a level younger children can comprehend - and it may even help them explain themselves to their friends." - About.com "This small volume holds out the hope and openness of Humanism in a form that can help young people confront Fundamentalist approaches to religion with confidence. And confront them they do, just as described in Mrs. Greens classroom and in schoolyards across this nation. Humanism, Whats That? embodies the values which are central to my faith and is a wonderful addition to our ministry of liberal religious education." Rev. William G. Sinkford President, Unitarian Universalist Association Details ISBN1591023874 Author Helen Bennett Publisher Prometheus Books Language English ISBN-10 1591023874 ISBN-13 9781591023876 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 211.6 Year 2005 Imprint Prometheus Books Subtitle A Book for Curious Kids Place of Publication Amherst Country of Publication United States Birth 1937 Short Title HUMANISM WHATS THAT REV/E Edition Description Revised DOI 10.1604/9781591023876 Pages 78 NZ Release Date 2005-06-01 US Release Date 2005-06-01 UK Release Date 2005-06-01 Audience Age 10-17 Publication Date 2005-06-01 Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2005-05-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137157197;

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