Conversation Starters

Peers & Relationships

Are there any school rules that are the same as the rules at home? If so, which rules?
What are some differences between middle school and elementary school?
What is something you are looking forward to learning?
Did you learn anything that surprised you today? If so what was it?
Is there any part of your day you wished you could have skipped? If so, tell me what it would be?
Is there any subject you are learning at school that you need extra help with? How can we help you?
Tell me an example of kindness that you saw today.
Is there someone in your class that you really admire? Why?
What moment made you feel proud today?
What questions did you ask in class today?

What is your favorite family memory?
How do you picture your life in 10 years?
What is one goal you have for yourself?
What are your biggest strengths? What would your family say you are good at?
What are your biggest weaknesses or areas you need to work on? Can your family help with these?
What are some ways that you handle stress in your life?
If you could re-do anything in your life, what would it be?
If you had to choose a career today, what would it be?
What would it feel like to be an only child OR have siblings?
What are some family activities you would like to do together?

Is it better to be kind or honest?
How important is education to you, from 1-10?
If you could donate money to a charity, what would it be? Why do you want to help that charity?
Do you think teens are addicted to cell phones?
Is lying ever okay? Why or why not?
If you were president, what topic would you focus on first?
What is most important to you about a future job?
What does it mean to be successful?
Do you think junk food should be banned in schools?
If you found a wallet on the street, would you turn it in or keep it?

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