Philosophy is thinking deeply.
Every Friday, we start our day with some time to wonder and ponder.
We’ve a different question each week – there’s no obvious right/wrong answer and no underlying moral message. All children are given the opportunity to contribute their ideas and give reasons for their thoughts.
This week’s question related to our current topic:
This half-term, we’re artists. We’ll develop our art knowledge and skills.
This question sparked some interesting discussion and debate.
It doesn’t even have to be good. You can do anything you want as long as you had a good time doing it.
– Freddy
It’s always going to look nice to someone. I believe you should do whatever you want.
– Izabella
If every painting looked like something, it could be a bit boring. It could just be colours and shapes.
– Olly
It’s the colours that make a painting beautiful.
– Ellis
Our oracy focus this half term is:
Help at home by discussing this week’s Philosophy Friday question with your child. Can you find any examples of art that don’t immediately jump out as resembling something?