Philosophy Friday – What would the world be like without stories?

Friday 06 March 2026

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.

The children had some lovely responses.

Children won’t be happy anymore and they wouldn’t have fun things to talk about.
– Eleanor

Boring!
– Eli

Children and adults won’t learn anything.
– Scarlett

It would be hard to learn how to read.
– Savannah

It’d be really sad.
– Mia

Everyone would be grumpy.
George

Help at home by discussing this week’s Philosophy Friday question with your child.