The Spiritual Life of Children [Paperback] Coles M D, Robert

**The Spiritual Life of Children** by Robert Coles M.D. isn't your typical dry academic text about kids and faith. This Harvard psychiatrist spent years actually *listening* to children talk about God, death, and the big questions that keep them up at night. Spoiler alert: they're way more profound than most adults give them credit for.

Coles explores how children across different cultures and religions grapple with spirituality, morality, and meaning. Through real conversations with young people, he reveals their surprisingly sophisticated theological insights and moral reasoning. Perfect for parents, educators, child psychologists, or anyone curious about how developing minds process the mysteries of existence.

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**Reader Reviews:**
"Changed how I talk to my 7-year-old about everything. Turns out she's been a philosopher this whole time."
"Finally, someone who doesn't talk down about children's capacity for deep thinking. Absolutely fascinating."