Print a set of positive conversation starters that will encourage joy and gratefulness!
We often find that in our home, the natural conversations don’t always head in a great direction. Our kids end up talking about video games (ok in moderation, but ugh), disagreeing over ridiculous things, or discussing dumb things that other people did. And it’s not just the kids. If we’re not being intentional, my husband and I can end up complaining about inflation, the weather, etc, etc.
The reality is that life is never perfect. There are always hard things, and those hard things often need to be discussed.
But there are also always good things, and we can choose which to focus on. Gratitude brings balance to life!
I created this set of Positive Conversation Starters for Kids and Families. Use these to springboard your dinnertime or bedtime conversation into more positive topics! It’s hard to just STOP complaining. Instead, replace complaining with something else. Help kids look for the good and see things to be thankful for in their current situation.
They conversation cards are also appropriate to use in the classroom or at an after school program. Or use them to pass the time on a road trip.
These cards are appropriate for any time of the year, in any family situation.
I also included conversation starters that will help kids think about how they can help or encourage someone else.
How to Use the Conversation Starter Cards
There are several ways to approach this. You can have each person in the family choose their own card to answer, or you can choose one card for everyone to answer. It might be fun to try it both ways and see what works better!
Another idea I had is that it might be fun to create a daily routine with 3 or 4 of your favorite questions. One benefit of doing the same questions each day is that kids can start to watch for answers. They might not be able to think of a time they saw someone being kind, but if they’re on the lookout for it the next day, they’ll be more successful!
Ready to print your own Positive Conversation Starters?
Click the link below. The file will open, and you can print from there.
CLICK HERE: Positivity and Gratefulness Conversation Cards
18 Comments
Teresa Hardy Jul 23, 2020
This is awesome, thank you. Teresa
Felicity Bower Jul 23, 2020
Lovely idea even to use when children are back to school
Lindsey Jul 26, 2020
These are excellent for the start and end of each day in school. We are no longer allowed to gather as a group beyond our own classroom but will have all 30+ children back in class in the UK in a few weeks. Thanks so much Sarah!
Eva Gargoulaki Jul 29, 2020
Thanks, Sarah! Wonderful idea. We often tend to ask our kids the same boring questions which lead nowhere. These conversation starters can get even the most reserved family members participate and communicate positive thoughts.
Cindy Gunn Aug 3, 2020
Thank you so much! The grandkids have thoroughly enjoyed reading and discussing these conversation starters during our daily lunchtimes together (annual grandkids day camp). It has been eye-opening to my husband and me to hear the thankful, thoughtful, and generous hearts of the kids as they share.
Barbara Aug 4, 2020
Thank you very much Sarah for sharing this! They look great!
Reva Woods Oct 28, 2020
These are so awesome ! I'm preparing them for my great-grandsons for Christmas. My granddaughter has 4 boys and a 5th boy due in March 2021.
Vera Jan 25, 2021
These are great! Totally need these in this crazy and unpredictable time. I know both my & my family would truly enjoy and appreciate these. I personally probably need these more than the kids. lol
Amy Jan 25, 2021
Thank you so much, these will be absolutely wonderful to use. ♥️
Karen Jan 26, 2021
Thee are great, Thank you so much. I have been looking for something like this to use with my grandchildren.
Olga Feb 25, 2021
Thank you! I´ll use them in my English class :D
Aneta Mar 31, 2021
They are wonderful! Thank you!
Carolyn Aug 14, 2021
Wow. As a grandparent l, this site has been so so helpful. Thank you for sharing your gift of creativity
Claudia Maria Pereira Feb 28, 2022
Thanks for sharing. Kindness circulates & multiplies. Blessings
Terri Jun 20, 2023
I will be hosting the grandchildren this weekend. These cards will be perfect! Thanks.
Elvira Sep 27, 2024
I love this idea! It can also help develop kids’ critical skills when trying to figure out the answer and think about their day and how they can perform the task next time.
Pradip Sep 27, 2024
excellent idea. we shall try to use these with our Grandchildren.
Yvonne Sep 30, 2024
Sometimes the simple things are the most truthful and life affirming. I love the positive conversation ideas!!! cant wait to try them out with my children. Thank You
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