Tim and the Giant Teapot

by Sasha Zouev, Anastasia Zababashkina (Illustrator)

Overview

Join Tim and Kate on an extraordinary adventure to fix Kate's beloved toy bear. As the pair search for a mystical teapot in the sky, they encounter a host of fascinating characters and engage in deep conversations about faith, belief, skepticism, atheism, and humanism. Each page is filled with beautiful full-color illustrations and accompanied by dialogue that is intended to introduce the reader to the Socratic method of questioning (or 'street epistemology').

Our special tale about critical thinking is not just for the young skeptic. It is a story that will resonate with freethinkers of all ages. Children will enjoy the rhyming narration, while adults will appreciate the deeper underlying message and philosophical easter eggs. Ultimately, the book will encourage the reader to think hard about why they believe what they believe - and if they are justified in doing so.

This is a heartwarming journey that celebrates the beauty of diverse perspectives, the power of friendship, and the joy of thinking for oneself. With its powerful blend of thought-provoking themes, original storyline, and timeless value, the book offers an unforgettable experience for everyone.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781916345171
Publisher:	Zouev Kid's Books
Publication date:	09/01/2023
Edition description:	English ed.
Pages:	68
Product dimensions:	11.00(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.31(d)
Age Range:	Up to 12 Years

About the Author

SASHA ZOUEV is a PhD philosophy researcher at the University of Leeds as well as a children's book author. His new book, Tim and the Giant Teapot, is one of the first children's picture books to deal with topics concerning critical thinking, humanism, and atheism. It can be read as an introductory text to epistemology for very young children.

ANASTASIA ZABABASHKINA is a children's Illustrator. She draws by hand in image editors Adobe Photoshop and Procreate. In her works she try to maintain a sense of handiwork by using brushes and textures that imitate traditional materials.

Editorial Reviews

"An unusually insightful look at the young inquisitive mind as well as the power of community" - Maarten Boudry [Belgian philosopher and skeptic]

"A wonderful heart-warming story that captures the beauty of life and the mystery of our world, sweeping child and adult into a powerful journey of discovery." - Stanley Bakker [Chair of De Vrije Gedachten - the Freethinkers Society]

"The philosophy of life presented here is positive, affirming, and pluralistic exactly the sort of book every child should have on their nightstand." - Johan Braeckman [Flemish philosopher and editor of SKEPP magazine]

"A great addition to a growing number of children's books on humanism. It delightfully focuses on a fundamental value for humanity and humanists, empathy" - Mardjan Seighali [President of Humanist Association, Netherlands]

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