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If you're feeling frustrated and disconnected from your kids because your attempts at conversation often end in one-word answers or awkward silence, then you’re not alone! Despite your best efforts, you may find that your questions about their day are met with indifference or that they prefer the company of screens over quality conversation. In this episode, we share effective strategies you can use to spark engaging dialogues and strengthen your bond with your children.

Conversation starters are valuable social skills that teach children how to handle small talk and open up in meaningful ways.—CK

This episode will help you

• Create a safe space for open and honest conversations with your children.
• Discover conversation starters for kids that will spark their curiosity and encourage them to open up.
• Foster meaningful connections with your child through engaging conversations.

Resources for you

• Visit PureWow to read the full article 75 Great Conversation Starters for Kids of All Ages by Emma Singer.
• Check out the article Get Past Dead-End Conversations With Your Kids on Psychology Today by UCSD Professor Gail Heyman.
• Give your child some time and space when they first get in the car before starting a conversation. Offer them a snack or let them decompress before engaging.
• Share something about your own day or an embarrassing moment to encourage your child to open up about their experiences.
• Get specific questions and more resources in this week's blog post, here.

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