When people are going through times of uncertainty and gloom, they may find it heartening to do an activity based on an uplifting concept. For example, kindness, love, fun, hope, joy and so on (here’s a list).
Here are three example activities that you could use either face-to-face or online:
Concept Memory
Think back over your recent holidays and tell us something which connects to the concept of joy. Take turns to share.Concept Object
Bring/find an object which connects to the concept of hope. Take turns to show and explain.Concept Sketch
Draw a picture of calm. Take turns to show and explain.
As well as deepening understanding of words, activities like these are good for wellbeing and great for building community – an important aspect of Philosophy for Children and something worth spending time on in general.
