The Carrot Seed by Ruth Krauss5/8/2023 ![]() ![]() ![]() The issue of individuality, and the role it plays in governing our daily lives, is addressed in the first section of this module. Ruth Krauss’s book about a little boy who stands his ground and grows a carrot in the face of doubt from his parents brings up themes of individuality, standing one’s ground, and what it is to know something (the basis of knowledge). Read aloud video by Harper Kids Guidelines for Philosophical Discussion Despite his parents and his brother telling him not to water the plant because it won’t grow, the boy keeps watering his plant and pulling up the weeds, day after day. Questions for Philosophical Discussion » Summary The Carrot Seed introduces the conflict between individuality and obedience to authorities and also explores the concept of knowledge.Ī little boy decides to plant a carrot seed. ![]()
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