48 Storyworth Sample Questions

Storyworth® has developed an impressive collection of questions designed to elicit rich, personal stories from our loved ones. These questions serve as excellent prompts for family storytelling sessions and can help uncover fascinating details about our relatives' lives that might otherwise go untold.

Storyworth sample questions

1. How did you decide how many children to have?
2. What are some of your favorite Hanukkah memories?
3. What are some of your special talents?
4. What was the first impression you had of your Valentine?
5. Has anyone ever rescued you, figuratively or literally?
6. If you could hold on to just one memory from your life forever, what would that be?
7. How is life different today compared to when you were a child?
8. What famous people have you met and how did you meet them?
9. When did you get your first car?
10. Do you remember your first Passover? What did it mean to you as a child?
11. What were your grandparents like?
12. Have you ever had to stand up for your principles? What was the outcome?
13. What was the strangest thing you wanted to be when you grew up?
14. Are you an extrovert or an introvert?
15. Did you have a favorite teacher in middle school? What made them great?
16. What was your Dad like when you were a child?
17. What is one of your greatest fears?
18. What was it like the first time you quit a job?
19. What are your New Year's resolutions?
20. What is one of the most beautiful places you've ever been?
21. Who are your favorite artists?
22. What is one of your fondest childhood memories?
23. If you were to do it over, what would you do differently?
24. Have you ever feared for your life?
25. What things matter most to you in life?
26. What is the furthest you have ever traveled?
27. What personal expectations do you hold yourself to?
28. What things do you think you cannot live without?
29. Do you have any regrets in life?
30. Tell me about the first date you ever went on.
31. What was one of the most romantic moments in your life?
32. What are some of the most memorable Christmas presents you've given or received?
33. What were your next-door neighbors like when you were a child?
34. What are the funniest or most embarrassing stories your family tells about you?
35. Which people have had the biggest influence on your life? What lessons did you learn?
36. What would you change about your childhood?
37. What are some of the most important elections you've voted in, and what made them important to you?
38. What imperfections do you secretly love in your Valentine?
39. What qualities do you most value in your better half?
40. What was it like learning to drive?
41. Did you ever have a fair or carnival come to town when you were a child?
42. What was your dream car?
43. What was your role in the military?
44. Have you broken any habits over the years?
45. Describe the places you've lived.
46. What is one of the best photographs you've ever taken?
47. Would you encourage today's generation to join the military?
48. What's one of your favorite summertime meals?

These questions demonstrate the power of well-crafted prompts to unlock meaningful memories and spark engaging conversations.

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Do people like Storyworth's questions?

Storyworth has certainly made an impact in the family storytelling space, and many users have expressed appreciation for their question-based approach. A quick look at online reviews and social media comments reveals a generally positive reception:

• Many users praise the simplicity of receiving a weekly question, which helps overcome the initial hurdle of starting the storytelling process.
• Families often report that Storyworth's questions have led to unexpected and delightful discoveries about their loved ones' lives.
• Some users mention that the questions serve as excellent conversation starters during family gatherings.

However, it's worth noting that user experiences can vary:

• Some find certain questions too generic or not applicable to their family's unique history. For instance, a customer mentioned growing up in a country outside of the US, hence some of the questions didn’t fit her history.
• Others express a desire for more flexibility in the question selection process.
• A few users mention that while the questions are good starting points, they sometimes struggle to develop fuller narratives around them.

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Remento: An alternative to Storyworth

At Remento, we've collaborated with an impressive array of memory scientists and professional storytellers to design questions specifically tailored for you and your family. Our approach goes beyond simple written responses, instead focusing on natural, spoken conversations that capture the authentic voice and emotions of your loved ones. Remento invites the entire family to participate actively in the storytelling process, allowing members to add their own prompts and decide what they want to learn about their family history. This collaborative approach ensures that the stories captured are truly meaningful to everyone involved.

Furthermore, Remento's novel technology allows for the creation of physical books that can be enhanced with QR codes. These codes, when scanned, play the actual voice recordings used to write each chapter, bringing the stories to life in a way that text alone cannot. By combining scientific insights, user-friendly technology, and a focus on spoken narratives, Remento provides an engaging engaging, inclusive, and multi-sensory alernative for preserving and sharing your family's unique legacy.

If you're looking for a Storyworth alternative that doesn't require writing, check out Remento.

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Additional FAQs about Storyworth questions

1. Can you ask your own questions on Storyworth?

Yes, you can customize the questions for your storyteller or choose questions from Storyworth’s question bank. 

2. How many questions are there in a Storyworth book?

A Storyworth book contains 52 questions. After you buy it, Storyworth will send the storyteller weekly email prompts for a year to share their stories and experiences. At the end of the year, Storyworth will compile all the stories into a hardcover book to keep.

3. What kind of questions does Storyworth ask?

Storyworth asks open-ended, thought-provoking questions designed to elicit personal stories and memories from storytellers. The topics include childhood memories, relationships, life experiences, personal beliefs, and more.

4. How do you answer Storyworth’s questions?

Storytellers write their answers in reply to the question email they receive from Storyworth. You can also answer previous questions you’ve missed by logging into your Storyworth account.

5. I’m not good at writing stories, can I voice-record my answers?

As of now, Storyworth doesn’t support voice-recorded answers. You’ll need to type your stories through email or Storyworth’s editor.

If your storyteller is less of a writer, consider Remento. You can record your answers and Remento will turn them into written stories automatically. No need for writing, editing, or proofreading.