Tool 13 · Practice · Free
Connect Through Their Interests
You want an opening for conversation beyond schoolwork or rules.
Try this
“Would you show me the part of that game you like?”
How to use it
Learn a little about something your child enjoys, with their permission. Interest is an opening for contact, not a way to gain access to private information.
- Notice a book, game, activity, or topic they return to.
- Ask whether they would like to show you one part.
- Let them explain without immediately judging or teaching.
- Remember one detail and return to it naturally.
What it can sound like
These are illustrative examples. Adjust the words to your family and your child's needs.
“Which creature in your drawing should I meet first?”
“You mentioned that artist. Is there one song you'd recommend?”
Watch out for
Do not pretend to share an interest, insult someone to gain approval, or inspect their messages.
If it doesn't fit this moment
“No problem. If you ever want to show me, I'd like that.”
Free template
An interest to learn about
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Reference reading
These public references support relevant communication principles. They do not validate this tool as an assessment or a tested script.