Get Chatting: Conversation Starter Cards

By Alice Griffin & Heidi Rivolta

Children and adults alike will be able to relate to these open ended questions that help to stimulate in-depth and lively conversation about feelings,
worries, likes, dislikes, beliefs and dreams. There is no easier way to Get Chatting! Each card provides one conversation starter such as:

• What makes you feel
happy?

• What is your
favourite thing to do?

• Where or when do you feel
most calm?

• Have you ever
felt embarrassed?

• Who inspires you?

Encouraging children and young people to talk in a safe and comfortable environment helps to build stronger connections and foster positive mental health and well-being while also nurturing confidence, resilience and
happiness.