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Dinner Table Discussion Guide: 12 Family Conversation Prompts

Twelve thoughtful questions — about faith, kindness, courage and everyday choices — that help every family member speak and listen well.

Grades 1–5 · 10–20 minutes · Free printable by THEO Homeschool

The THEO approach: Communication is a life skill THEO teaches on purpose. Regular conversation at the table builds vocabulary, confidence and a family culture of listening.

Ground rules (read these together)

  • One person talks at a time — pass a spoon or napkin as the 'talking piece'.
  • Listen to understand, then repeat back one thing you heard.
  • Every answer is welcome; no teasing.

The 12 prompts

  1. What is one way you saw God's kindness today?
  2. If you could ask a person in the Bible one question, who and what would you ask?
  3. When is it hard to be patient? What helps?
  4. Tell about a time someone was kind to you. How did you feel?
  5. What is something brave that a child your age can do?
  6. What job in our home would you like to learn to do by yourself?
  7. If you received five dollars, how would you share, save and spend it?
  8. What is the difference between a want and a need?
  9. How can we tell if a friend is having a hard day?
  10. What is one thing you are thankful for that we usually forget?
  11. What does it mean to forgive someone?
  12. What would you like our family to be known for?

Go deeper

Pick one prompt per night, or one per week and return to it. Older children can lead the conversation and choose the next question.

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