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Engaging Conversation Starters for Kids

Having trouble getting more than a few words out of your children? Try asking specific, pointed questions that require more than a simple "yes" or "no." Below are ten engaging conversation starters that can help spark deeper discussions.

10 Thought-Provoking Conversation Starters

  • If you could press pause on one part of life, what would it be and why?
  • You get to rename one day of the week—what do you call it?
  • What’s something you think is overrated and everyone should stop doing?
  • What would your dream cereal box prize be?
  • You can shrink any object and carry it in your pocket—what is it and why?
  • What do you think makes someone cool?
  • You’re given an unlimited shopping spree at one store. Where do you go first and what do you get?
  • What’s your all-time favorite TikTok trend or meme, and why?
  • What do you think makes someone a “good friend”?
  • Would you rather be able to talk to animals or speak every language in the world? Why?