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published on November 29, 2018
Amy Reed-Sandoval
https://doi.org/10.5840/p4201811284
Can Philosophy for Children Contribute to Decolonization?
In this paper, I explore how Philosophy for Children (P4C) classes can contribute to decolonization efforts. I begin by describing what I mean by both ¡°coloniality¡± and ¡°decolonization.¡± Second, I provide a sketch of what P4C classes frequently entail and motivate the case for P4C as a ¡°decolonizing methodology.¡± Third, I engage a series of decolonial critiques of P4C classes. Finally, I explore ways in which P4C can contribute to decolonization efforts if reformed in response to these critiques. Throughout this paper, I shall draw upon examples from my experiences teaching P4C at the Mexico-U.S. border and in Oaxaca.