This FREE multi-use interactive lesson is a sample lesson for our new range of over fifty philosophy & ethics teaching resources: it explores the greatest questions in philosophy. Browse the complete range of philosophy lessons and philosophy teaching resources here! This new range of resources consists of over fifty (non-editable) interactive PowerPoints: each one has an integrated menu allowing teachers to select from a huge range of activities relating to different topics in philosophy and ethics. The content has been designed by a professional philosopher: Adam Godwin, who has a Masters degree in philosophy, which is his lifelong passion. The aim of this new range of resources is to bring phiosophical and critical-thinking into the lives of young learners. About This Free Philosophy Teaching Resource: Interactive Philosophy Learning Session The lesson focuses on the nature of philosophical questions, the importance of questioning skills, and the benefits of critical thinking. It introduces students to how philosophers approach these questions and challenges them to consider the session’s central question: “What is the single most important philosophical question?” In addition to this core discussion, students will explore other significant questions, such as: Can we trust our senses? What is the size and location of the mind? Is it possible to perceive reality directly?   Students will also analyse and evaluate key philosophical claims, such as: “Free will is an illusion.” “Good and evil are subjective opinions, not objective truths.” “Life in a remote jungle tribe is better than life in modern society.”   The flexible design makes this session suitable for teachers of any subject looking to introduce philosophy and critical thinking. It is ideal for students aged 8–16 and can be adapted for single-hour lessons, longer sessions, or quick tutor-group activities. The resource also helps students develop essential skills such as communication, healthy debating, and interpersonal skills, fostering respectful dialogue and critical analysis. This session is delivered via a PowerPoint Show, requiring no planning or preparation. Teachers can simply run the file and use the intuitive menu system to guide a powerful and stimulating philosophy lesson with ease. Copyright Adam Godwin (2025) This resources is the intellectual property of Adam Godwin (2025) It is shared freely under a strict non-derivative license: reselling this resource will be treated as copyright violation. Making amendments to the resource, using the template, reusing the contents, or redistributing the resource is forbidden.

This exciting ‘Fun Philosophy Lesson’ explores the philosophical and ethical dimensions of learning, helping students aged 8-16 discover how to optimise their learning power. It is suitable for teachers of all subjects. This download uses our innovative new format for philosophy education, you can download a FREE SAMPLE by clicking here. It is one of over fifty new philosophy & ethics teaching resources that uses this format: each one can be used multiple times with the same group and features an integrated interactive menu that allows teachers to select from many different learning and assessment activities! The resource cannot be edited. This interactive and versatile session explores the following key topics include: The philosophy of learning and personal growth Identifying effective and ineffective ways of learning How emotions, environment, and relationships affect learning The impact of lifelong learning on society and the individual   The big question for this lesson is, “How can you improve your approach to learning ?” Students will engage in a variety of activities to debate and discuss other important philosophical and ethical questions, such as: What makes someone a good learner? Is failure essential to learning? Should learning be competitive or collaborative? Can creativity and critical thinking be taught, or are they innate? Is it possible to ever stop learning?   Learners will analyse and evaluate a range of claims about learning, such as: “There are things I can choose to do that will raise my levels of intelligence over time” “Meditation can make someone a more effective learner” “A healthy mind depends on a healthy body; physical fitness is important for learning” “Not all approaches to revision are equally useful” “I am responsible for how much I learn in school, not my teachers”   Designed in our unique philosophy teaching format, this resource includes an intuitive menu system for flexible lesson planning. Teachers can select from a diverse array of activities. This non-editable PowerPoint Show requires no additional preparation. Simply run the file, select your preferred activities, and deliver a meaningful and stimulating lesson! With its reusable format, it is perfect for hour-long lessons or short, thought-provoking tutor-group activities. Empower your students to unlock their full learning potential with this dynamic and reflective philosophy lesson!

This engaging ‘Fun Philosophy Lesson’ focuses on the philosophical and ethical aspects of emotions, making it an ideal resource for students aged 8-16. Perfect for Citizenship, Social Studies, Civics, and Philosophy classrooms, this lesson also enhances SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, & Cultural) education. Suitable for educators worldwide, this resource is not bound to any specific cultural or social interpretations of emotions. This download uses our innovative new format for philosophy education, you can download a FREE SAMPLE by clicking here. It is one of over fifty new philosophy & ethics teaching resources that uses this format: each one can be used multiple times with the same group and features an integrated interactive menu that allows teachers to select from many different learning and assessment activities! The resource cannot be edited. This versatile learning session is especially useful for teachers of Civics, Philosophy, Ethics, and Social Studies. It covers a wide range of thought-provoking topics, including: The nature and purpose of emotions Healthy and unhealthy emotional expression How emotions influence decision-making and morality The importance of empathy and understanding others Ethical dilemmas related to emotions in relationships and society   Students will reflect on the big question, “What is an emotion?”, and tackle other fascinating philosophical and ethical questions, such as: Do you think animals experience emotions like humans? Why do people have different emotional responses to similar experiences? Why do some people become depressed whilst others do not? Should people trust their emotions when making important decisions? How does using technology influence your emotions?   Learners will analyse and debate a range of philosophical and ethical claims, such as: “Emotions should never influence our decisions.” “Humans will never create a machine that has feelings” “We should always express our emotions” “Crying is a sign of weakness” and “Exercise is better than meditation when it comes to regulating our emotions”   Designed with our unique philosophy teaching format, this lesson offers an integrated menu system, enabling teachers to choose from a variety of activities. The resource is a non-editable PowerPoint Show, requiring no prior preparation. Simply open the file and explore the intuitive menu for an interactive and meaningful philosophy session. Designed for flexibility, it can be reused for hour-long lessons or as a quick, stimulating tutor-group activity. Unpack the complexities of emotions with your students in this exciting philosophical journey!

This ‘Fun Philosophy Lesson’ is focused on philosophical and ethical debates around bullying. This resource is suitable for students aged 8-16 and is especially useful for Citizenship, Social Studies, Civics, and Philosophy classrooms. It is also an ideal teaching resource for enhancing your school’s SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, & Cultural) education remit. As with all our resources: it can be used by teachers and educators who work in any country, and it is not tied to any particular cultural or social conception of bullying. This interactive multi-use learning session is of particular interest to teachers of Civics, Philosophy, Ethics, and Social Studies. It focuses on a wide range of topics, including: Understanding the nature and forms of bullying The ethical responsibility of bystanders Power dynamics in bullying The role of empathy and kindness in addressing bullying How to resolve bullying in ethical and restorative ways   We’ve aimed to cover as many engaging philosophical and ethical issues as possible to help young learners debate and discuss the importance of addressing bullying in their personal lives and society. The big question asked in this session is, “Why do some people become bullies whilst others do not?” Using a variety of engaging activities, students will discuss and debate other thought-provoking philosophical and ethical questions, such as: Why do some people bully others? Do bystanders have a moral duty to intervene in bullying situations? How does bullying affect the victim’s emotions and mental health? Can ignoring bullying make someone complicit? How has social media changed the nature of bullying?   Students will also analyse and evaluate a wide range of philosophical and ethical claims, such as: “Ignoring bullying makes you complicit.” “Cyberbullying is less harmful than face-to-face bullying.” “Most bullies were themselves bullied at some point in the past” “People who aren’t friends with me should be punished for it” “Worse than a bully are those who stand by and do nothing”   This session uses our unique format for philosophy teaching resources and features an integrated menu that allows teachers to select from a variety of starter, main, plenary, assessment, and end-of-lesson reflection activities. With a diverse selection of activities designed to trigger philosophical discussions, debates, and reflections, the resource can be re-used multiple times with the same group. For teachers interested in running P4C (Philosophy for Children) sessions, these resources are ideal! The file is a non-editable PowerPoint Show: no planning or preparation is required. Simply run the file, and the intuitive menu system will make delivering a powerful philosophy session easy!

Introduce your students to the rich world of philosophical and ethical debates surrounding multiculturalism, inclusivity, tolerance, and celebrating differences with this dynamic and engaging learning resource. Designed for students aged 8-16, this lesson is a perfect fit for Citizenship, Social Studies, Civics, and Philosophy classrooms. It is also ideal for enhancing your school’s SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural) education remit. Like all our resources, it is adaptable for use by teachers in any country, making it relevant across diverse cultural and educational contexts. This interactive session provides teachers with the tools to explore a wide range of essential topics, including: The value of diversity in society How to embrace and celebrate cultural differences Understanding tolerance and its importance in relationships and communities Ethical questions about inclusion and exclusivity Challenging prejudice and discrimination   The Big Question of this session is “To what extent is diversity an important feature of our society?” Through thought-provoking discussions, debates, and activities, students will critically examine questions, such as: “Why is it important to celebrate differences?” “Can tolerance ever go too far?” “Why do you think tolerance matters in a community?” and “How can schools promote understanding of different religions?”   Students will also evaluate a variety of philosophical and ethical claims, including: “A perfect society would only have one religion, not many” "Behind the superficial differences, people are all basically the same” “I respect all people equally, regardless of their differences” and “This school has issues when it comes to race, racism and tolerating different cultures”   The resource features our signature intuitive menu system, allowing teachers to choose from a wide range of starter, main, plenary, and reflection activities. The flexible design makes it suitable for multiple hour-long sessions or short tutor-group discussions. Activities include: With no preparation required, this non-editable PowerPoint Show ensures easy delivery of a memorable and impactful lesson. Engage your students in meaningful discussions about building a fairer, more inclusive world, and leave them inspired to celebrate the beauty of diversity! Disclaimer: This lesson explores themes of multiculturalism, inclusivity, tolerance, and celebrating differences, which may involve sensitive or controversial topics. Teachers and educators are strongly advised to review the resource thoroughly before using it with students to ensure its suitability for their specific classroom context. Please use your professional judgment to adapt the content as needed to align with the age, maturity, and background of your students.

This ‘Fun Philosophy Lesson’ is focused on philosophical and ethical debates around friendship. This resource is suitable for students aged 8-16 and is especially useful for Citizenship, Social Studies, Civics, and Philosophy classrooms. It is also an ideal teaching resource for enhancing your school’s SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, & Cultural) education remit. As with all our resources: it can be used by teachers and educators who work in any country, and it is not tied to any particular cultural or social conception of friendship. This interactive multi-use learning session is of particular interest to teachers of Civics, Philosophy, Ethics, and Social Studies. It focuses on a wide range of topics, including: The nature and value of friendship How to make and maintain meaningful friendships Ethical dilemmas in friendships Ending friendships in a thoughtful and ethical way The role of trust, loyalty, and communication in friendships   We’ve aimed to cover as many engaging philosophical and ethical issues as possible to help young learners debate and discuss the importance of friendship in their personal lives and society! The big question asked in this session is, “What does it really mean to ‘be a good friend’ to someone?” Using a variety of engaging activities, students will discuss and debate other thought-provoking philosophical and ethical questions, such as: Is friendship a moral duty or a personal choice? Is it possible to live a meaningful life without friends? What are some good ways to make new friends? When is it ethical to end a friendship? How has social media changed the nature of friendship?   Students will also analyse and evaluate a wide range of philosophical and ethical claims, such as: “A good friend should always tell the truth, even if it hurts.” “You cannot be friends with someone who has opposing values.” “A friendship must be mutually beneficial otherwise it’s a waste of time” “One cannot have too many friends.” “It is harder to make friends in adulthood than in childhood.”   This session uses our unique format for philosophy teaching resources and features an integrated menu that allows teachers to select from a variety of starter, main, plenary, assessment, and end-of-lesson reflection activities. With a diverse selection of activities designed to trigger philosophical discussions, debates, and reflections, the resource can be re-used multiple times with the same group. For teachers interested in running P4C (Philosophy for Children) sessions, these resources are ideal! The file is a non-editable PowerPoint Show: no planning or preparation is required. Simply run the file, and the intuitive menu system will make delivering a powerful philosophy session easy!

This ‘Fun Philosophy Lesson’ explores the exciting topic of Global Citizenship, encouraging students to reflect on what it means to be part of a global community and the responsibilities that come with it. Through ethical, philosophical, and practical discussions, this lesson helps students understand how their actions impact the world and what they can do to make a positive difference. This resource is suitable for students aged 8-16 and is ideal for Philosophy, Ethics, PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic Education), and Social Studies classrooms. It also supports your school’s SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, & Cultural) education remit. Designed for universal use, it can be implemented by educators in any country. This download uses our innovative new format for philosophy education, you can download a FREE SAMPLE by clicking here. It is one of over fifty new philosophy & ethics teaching resources that uses this format: each one can be used multiple times with the same group and features an integrated interactive menu that allows teachers to select from many different learning and assessment activities! The resource cannot be edited. This interactive, multi-use session is particularly engaging for teachers of Philosophy, Ethics, and PSHE. It covers a wide range of meaningful topics, including: The meaning and significance of global citizenship How interconnectedness shapes our world and our responsibilities Rights, responsibilities, and challenges of being a global citizen Ethical dilemmas surrounding global issues like human rights, climate change, and inequality Practical ways individuals can contribute to global well-being   The big question posed in this session is, “What does it mean to be a global citizen, and how can we make a positive impact on the world?” Students will also explore other significant philosophical and ethical questions, such as: What does it mean to be a good global citizen? Do we have a duty to help people in other countries? What should global citizens do when they see human rights being violated? To what extent does the internet make being a global citizen more difficult? How can individuals contribute to solving global problems like climate change?   Students will analyse and evaluate a variety of philosophical claims, such as: “Responsibilities to the planet outweigh responsibilities to individual nations.” “Global citizens must challenge cultural practices that violate human rights.” “Individual action is more important than government policy in addressing environmental issues.” “Global citizens should focus on addressing poverty before climate change.” “Global citizens should oppose all forms of war.”

This ‘Fun Philosophy Lesson’ explores the fascinating topic of Ethical Consumerism & Making Ethical Consumer Choices, encouraging students to consider how their purchasing decisions impact people, animals, and the environment. This resource is suitable for students aged 8-16 and is ideal for Philosophy, Ethics, PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic Education), and Social Studies classrooms. It also supports your school’s SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, & Cultural) education remit. This download uses our innovative new format for philosophy education, you can download a FREE SAMPLE by clicking here. It is one of over fifty new philosophy & ethics teaching resources that uses this format. The resource cannot be edited. This interactive, multi-use session is particularly engaging for teachers of Philosophy, Ethics, and PSHE. It covers a wide range of meaningful topics, including: The concept of ethical consumerism and its significance in modern life The environmental, social, and economic consequences of consumer choices Fair trade, sustainability, and animal welfare in the context of consumerism Exploring the balance between individual responsibility and corporate accountability Practical strategies for making more ethical consumer decisions   The big question posed in this session is, “When should we boycott products for ethical reasons?” Students will also explore other significant philosophical and ethical questions, such as: What does it mean to be an ethical consumer? How can we know if the products we buy are made ethically? How do our buying habits affect the environment? What does “fair trade” mean, and why is it important? Is it ethical to buy leather or fur products?   Students will analyse and evaluate a variety of philosophical claims, such as: “Buying locally is always better for the environment.” “Fair trade products are the only ethical choice for consumers.” “Animal testing for cosmetics is unethical and should be banned.” “Ethical consumerism is a luxury only the wealthy can afford.” “Most of what is sold is unnecessary and produced at huge costs to the environment”   This session uses our signature teaching format, featuring an integrated menu with options for starters, mains, plenaries, assessments, and end-of-lesson reflections. The diverse activities—debates, discussions, and philosophical reflections—make the resource reusable for multiple lessons. It is an excellent fit for P4C (Philosophy for Children) sessions, providing students with a safe and thought-provoking space to explore the impact of their consumer choices. The file is provided as a non-editable PowerPoint Show, requiring no planning or preparation. Simply run the file, and the intuitive menu system ensures delivering this enlightening philosophy session is effortless!