To celebrate World Philosophy Day (19th November 2026) I want to share one of my all time favourite children’s books: Window by Jeannie Baker.
This book has no words. That provides a great opportunity for children to do lots of their own thinking and to have rich conversations about it.
Through a series of compelling and creative images, this picture book shows how the view from a window changes over time. The level of detail is incredible, and children will love noticing things such as the animals, teddies and birthday cards.
Brilliant for provoking questions and dialogue about change, the environment, development, beauty and so on.
Great for P4C.
Wonderful for stimulating thinking and talk in geography.
I think this book could be used effectively from Nursery to Y6.
First published over 20 years ago – still relevant.
Possible philosophical questions inspired by ‘Window’. Photo: Topsy Page
