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Philosopher's Backpack

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A Lego minifigure with a backpack and compass (image by Andrew Martin from Pixabay).

My colleague Jane Yates has some great stuff on her website.

https://www.janeyates.net/45254287

Check out her fabulous Philosopher’s Backpack which uses objects as metaphors to help P4C practitioners remember questions for facilitation and review.

 
More recommended reading
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Oracy and Beyond podcast

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