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Designed with child psychologists

Between ages 5 and 9, your child's inner voice is forming

What you say now, the questions you ask, how you respond, becomes the voice they use for life.

Discover their worries, dreams, joys

5-10 min at meals or bedtime

Perfect for ages 5-9

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No thinking required, just pull a card and read

Kids actually ask for more (not a chore)

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What Psychologists Have Known for Decades

5

Age when memory becomes continuous

Siegel & Bryson

10

When the parent connection window narrows

Neufeld & Maté

40+

Years of child psychology research

Gottman, Faber & Mazlish, et al.

You've Felt This, Even If You Couldn't Name It

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"How was school?" "Fine."

You ask the same questions.
You get one-word answers.

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Your child seems distant

They're in their own world.
The usual conversations fall flat.

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You know there's a better way

Other parents have deeper conversations.
What are they doing differently?

Discover a Better Way →

What If There Was a Simple Way?

Just 5–10 minutes

No pressure. No awkwardness.

Kids Don't Resist Talking.
They Resist Pressure

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What if a deck of 107 questions could do the asking instead?

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Why these questions work

It's not the cards. It's how the questions are written.

Direct questions overwhelm.
Playful framing makes thinking feel like play.

Vague questions get "fine".
Specific ones invite stories.

Performance questions feel like tests.
Identity questions invite curiosity.

The Four Principles Every Question is Built On

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Open-ended structure

Questions designed so there's no "right" answer kids worry about giving

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Imaginative framing

Metaphor and imagination unlock self-reflection that direct questions can't

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Identity affirmation

Questions about who they are, not what they're good at or have earned

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Emotional scaffolding

Specific situations are easier to talk about than abstract feelings

107 questions. 7 categories. Built on 40+ years of research.

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The Method Psychologists Use, Made Simple for Families

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Step 1 - Pull Any Card

Pick one that feels right - playful, thoughtful, or random. There's no wrong choice

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Step 2 - Everyone Answers

Read it out loud. Your child answers first, then you do too. When they see you sharing, they follow

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Step 3 - Watch Them Light Up

One question sparks a whole conversation. Just 5-10 minutes changes everything

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What Other Parents Say

Honestly Didn’t Expect This

After years of one-word answers, these got my 9-year-old talking the first night about things I never knew worried him.

- Jenna L., Mom of a 9-year-old

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Great for Quiet Kids

My daughter who always said 'I don't want to talk about it' now asks for the cards every night.

- Olivia R., Mom of a 6-year-old

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Our New Favorite Ritual

My kids fight over who picks the next card.
Dinner went from chaotic to something we all look forward to.

- Mark D., Dad of two

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Open the conversation

107 cards built on these four principles. Designed for ages 5 to 9

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"My son who never talks now asks for the cards every dinner."
— Jennifer K.

Tell Me Cards

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107 psychologist designed questions

Even resistant kids open up

Use at dinner, bedtime, or anytime

Perfect for ages 5-9

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Frequently asked questions

What kind of questions are in the deck?

They range from playful to meaningful. Here are a few:

  • Are you more like the sun or the moon? Why?
  • When did you feel brave?
  • What do you think about at night?
  • If someone breaks a promise, how does it make you feel?
When will my order ship?

Orders are typically shipped within 1-2 business days and usually arrive within 1–5 business days.

You’ll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order ships.

What ages is this good for?

The deck works for all ages, but it’s best suited for kids 5-9. Younger children enjoy the playful questions, and older kids engage with the deeper ones at their own pace.

Do we need to sit down for a long time to use it?

Not at all. Most families use 1–2 cards in 5–10 minutes - at dinner, bedtime, or in the car. It’s meant to fit naturally into your routine, not become another “task.”

What if my family is a little awkward at first?

That’s completely normal. The cards are intentionally light and playful, so even shy or quiet kids ease into them quickly. Most families find it feels natural after the first card or two.

How do I use this deck?

Pick a card, read the question, and follow your child’s lead. That’s it. Use it anytime you want a fun, meaningful conversation. No rules, no scripts, no pressure.

What’s in the box?

Each deck includes 107 beautifully designed cards across 7 categories (and 7 blank cards for your own questions).

Is it reusable?

Yes, you can use the cards again and again. Kids give different answers as they grow, which keeps the deck fresh over time.

Is it a good gift?

Absolutely! Parents tell us it’s their favorite “family gift” because it’s thoughtful, useful, and actually gets used, not another toy that sits on a shelf.

What if I decide it’s not for me?

No worries. You’re covered by our 30-day Best Conversation Ever guarantee. If you don’t love it, we’ll refund you - no questions asked.