Questions for kids

I love taking my kids on holidays… which really just means I deserve another holiday after that holiday. If you know, you know.

Now that my kids are between 7 and 11, they have very strong opinions on where we go and what we do—thanks to the wonderfully device-led world we live in.

To channel that energy (and avoid total chaos), I like to give my kids small tasks and a mini research project before we travel. It helps them understand the geography of a country, learn about its culture, and feel more connected to the experience once we arrive.

One non-negotiable before visiting another country:
my kids must learn how to say hello, thank you, and goodbye in the local language.

It’s a simple step, but it teaches respect, builds confidence, and often leads to the most unexpected (and lovely) interactions while travelling.

Some great conversation starters to get them thinking before you go are below 👇

WOULD YOU RATHER:

1.     Explore a castle or a cave?

2.     Take an elephant or camel ride?

3.     Have a rocket backpack or light speed shoes to travel on your trip with?

4.     Get a hug from a panda bear or monkey?

5.     Meet a hibernating alligator or hibernating bear?

IF YOU COULD:

6.     Make the clouds rain down anything, what would they rain down?

7.     Speak another language, which one would you choose?

8.     Travel back in time, which time would you choose in history?

9.     Be free from doing one chore, which one would it be?

10.  Throw a party and everyone you invited came, who would be the first three people you’d invite?

TELL ME ABOUT:

11.  Your top three pet peeves.

12.  Your favorite family vacation you’ve been on.

13. One thing you’re thankful for this year.

14. Your secret talent.

15. Two people you admire the most and why.