30 Questions to Ask Your Grandchildren

It's normal to feel a bit distant from your grandchildren, especially considering the generation gap that often exists between grandparents and grandchildren. That’s why we’ve put together a list of questions to help start conversations with your grandchildren. 

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1. How old are you?
2. Who is your favorite grown-up?
3. What school do you attend?
4. Who is your least favorite grown-up?
5. What grade are you in now?
6. Which birthday was your favorite so far?
7. Who is the smartest grown-up you know?
8. Who is your teacher?
9. What do you like most about getting older?
10. Talk about your best birthday party ever.
11. What do you remember about your first day at school?
12. Who is the kindest grown-up you know?
13. Talk about your favorite birthday cake.
14. Who is the coolest grown-up you know?
15. Who was your teacher on your first day?
16. Who were the friends that came to your party?
17. Were you happy to go to school?
18. Who is the President of the United States?
19. Did you meet any new friends?
20. Is there something you don't like about grown-ups?
21. What are your favorite games to play on birthdays?
22. What was the best birthday gift you ever received?
23. How do grown-ups get money?
24. What is your favorite subject in school?
25. Do you think grown-ups understand children?
26. What don't you like at school?
27. Who would you most like to come to your next birthday?
28. Do you think grown-ups are smarter than children?
29. What do you love most about school?
30. What would you like for your next birthday?

Asking questions of your grandchildren can sometimes feel like navigating a minefield. The generational gap often leaves us unsure of what's considered appropriate or interesting to today's youth. We may worry about coming across as out of touch or, worse, unintentionally offending them with outdated language or assumptions. There's also the fear of prying too deeply into their lives, especially as they grow older and value their privacy more. And let's face it—the rapid pace of technological and cultural change can make their world seem almost alien to us at times. This uncertainty can lead to hesitation and even reluctance to engage, potentially creating distance in relationships we deeply cherish. However, it's important to remember that genuine interest and effort to connect are usually appreciated, even if the execution isn't always perfect.

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