How do we live in accordance with our deepest beliefs and aspirations? Do we develop a moral sensibility as we grow or are we born with it? In choosing the theme of ethics and morality, the KidSpirit Editorial Board invites us to delve into one of the thorniest and most worthwhile topics, honing in
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We invite you to read our Founding Editor’s message about each issue of KidSpirit Magazine.
From the Editor
In this issue’s Big Question, writer Allie McIntosh muses that years ago the meadow where she is penning her article “held the most spectacular inspiration.” Now, she wonders, “Where are the words and the colors that used to dance around my head in a flurry of excitement and wonder?” What is the imagination? What is
- November 30, 2011
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- Creativity and Imagination
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From the Editor
This issue explores the mystery of the funny bone. Really? You say. What was that bit in the KidSpirit tagline about tackling life’s big questions? Humor? You must be kidding… Actually, we’re not. The Editorial Board wanted to take humor, well, seriously, and give it the same scrutiny that it has given topics from myth
- August 29, 2011
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- Exploring Humor
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From the Editor
This issue of KidSpirit goes to one of the deepest yearnings of our existence: peace. Most people, if asked, would say that they want peace to prevail. KidSpirit writers and poets probe that assumption from many vantage points in this potent issue. Is there a level at which conflict is energizing? In his exploration of
- May 23, 2011
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- The International Issue: Conflict and Peacemakers
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From the Editor
When the Editorial Board pressed for this theme, I balked: “Seriously, you guys, do you really want to go this big?” They insisted that we should devote an issue to the question of meaning, with all its grandiosity and ambiguity. What evolved is a multi-faceted exploration that may leave you agape from its boldness. Writing
- February 21, 2011
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- The Question of Meaning
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From the Editor
What is Art? Why does it move us? These eternal questions are at the core of this meaty issue of KidSpirit, challenging us to consider our assumptions anew. Is music without sound Art? Is mathematics a form of Art? Is Manga an Art? “Yes!” our passionate writers argue. From our Big Question to each of
- November 16, 2010
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- Finding Your Spirit in Art
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From the Editor
These days adults spend a good deal of time talking about how their lives are out of balance — juggling work and family, the stress of commuting, meeting financial pressures and the constant beckoning of electronic devices. Adults, it seems, are pretty concerned about the multiple demands on their time. As a society we already
- August 23, 2010
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- The Body in Balance
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From the Editor
Celebrations, festivals, rituals—the stuff of human experience everywhere. This issue marks an exciting new chapter with the launch of KidSpirit Online, a ground-breaking online magazine and community for teens. The international and multi-faith emphasis of this theme is a particularly appropriate way to mark our new online presence. KidSpirit now has the potential to reach
- May 24, 2010
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- Rituals and Traditions
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From the Editor
This theme conjures up visions of pushing yourself and reaching high. These days, given the ease of obtaining information on the Internet and the pressures kids often feel to get ahead, it can also mean cutting corners or even cheating. This issue of KidSpirit examines the drive to compete and succeed, both externally and internally.
- September 29, 2009
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- Competition and Achievement
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