Four family-friendly questions that will get everyone to put away their phones at the dinner table.
By Ben Jones
Last Updated Jun 17, 2023
1. Which wild animal would you like to tame and keep as a pet?
This question is sure to spark some unexpected answers and maybe even some lively debates.
A Cheetah taking a cat nap on the couch?
Climbing trees in the backyard with a sloth?
Just make sure you end the conversation with a shared understanding that NO you’re NOT going to be adopting a baby elephant even though they are super cute…
2. If you could change one family rule, which would it be?
Everyone in the family will have an opinion on this question!
It’s especially important for younger children to know that it’s okay to express their disagreement with something when they do it in a productive and respectful way.
A lot of times there are small changes that are easy for the parents to make, but make a world of difference for the kids!
3. What things are you not great at yet that you want to some day be good at?
No matter what age you are, you should never stop working towards achieving goals.
Hearing the goals and passions of your family members isn’t just inspiring, but it helps everybody keep each other accountable in a healthy and compassionate way!
4. What do children know more about than adults?
Most children will have a LOT to say on this topic, but it’s an especially good question for them to hear their parents answer!
It’s great for everyone’s self-confidence to be told that they have unique wisdom about something - no matter what age they are!
1. Which wild animal would you like to tame and keep as a pet?
This question is sure to spark some unexpected answers and maybe even some lively debates.
A Cheetah taking a cat nap on the couch?
Climbing trees in the backyard with a sloth?
Just make sure you end the conversation with a shared understanding that NO you’re NOT going to be adopting a baby elephant even though they are super cute…
2. If you could change one family rule, which would it be?
Everyone in the family will have an opinion on this question!
It’s especially important for younger children to know that it’s okay to express their disagreement with something when they do it in a productive and respectful way.
A lot of times there are small changes that are easy for the parents to make, but make a world of difference for the kids!
3. What things are you not great at yet that you want to some day be good at?
No matter what age you are, you should never stop working towards achieving goals.
Hearing the goals and passions of your family members isn’t just inspiring, but it helps everybody keep each other accountable in a healthy and compassionate way!
4. What do children know more about than adults?
Most children will have a LOT to say on this topic, but it’s an especially good question for them to hear their parents answer!
It’s great for everyone’s self-confidence to be told that they have unique wisdom about something - no matter what age they are!
These questions really work. But how?
One of the best ways to get people to turn their focus away from screens is to get them thinking about a question that stimulates them.
These questions can come in all shapes and sizes. What’s important is that they get adults and kids alike to pause, think, and then share their response.
The best thing about asking these kind of questions with family members is that you truly care about what their response will be as well.
That’s why tens of thousands of families around the world have turned to Talking Point Cards: Family Pack to liven up their dinner conversations and put those phones and tablets where they belong: away!
"I want to thank you for making these cards! My small family (myself, my wife, and 3 young boys) was stuck in a routine of what I call "family screen time". When we sat down for dinner it was everyone for themselves to find their screen of choice; tablets, video games, phones, etc., were our primary focus.
I saw an ad and decided to give your cards a shot. Now, at dinner time the kids are no longer fighting over who gets which screen, but who gets to pull the first question card! It has turned into a tradition that we put away all screens and take turns passing the question box around.
It has been such a bonding experience for us all, learning and loving in new ways that weren't even discovered before; striking intriguing, important, and quite honestly, necessary conversation.
John (8), Sam (5), and even Cam (almost 2) all enjoy their turn to pull a card and answer the questions.
Thanks you so much!"
— Dave, Family Pack Customer
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But no matter what kind of question you ask, what’s important is that you make the effort and lead the way in promoting some interesting discussions!
You’re probably just as tired of hearing “fine” as your kids are of hearing “how was your day?” so why not shake things up a bit for everyone’s sake?
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We had a two-hour conversation filled with tears this morning. It was one of those much-needed momma / daughter talks. I look forward to the next 195 days!"
Deanna, Family Pack Customer
"My youngest said she has really enjoyed them not because of the closeness, but because it is really causing her to think about her life and how our family has influenced and shaped her.
We had a two-hour conversation filled with tears this morning. It was one of those much-needed momma / daughter talks. I look forward to the next 195 days!"
Deanna, Family Pack Customer
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