January 14th, 2016
As we mourn the deaths of celebrities, what can we learn from fandom?
Conversation of the Week
What does your family think about education issues, sports scandals and the latest campaign headlines? Each week, The Family Dinner Project posts a summary of a current news story, along with thought-provoking questions that will help your family talk about topics that matter.
Year-End Review: Help in Tough Times
December 29th, 2015
Often, looking back at a year as it comes to a close means that we take stock of everything that has happened in the world. It can be an exciting exercise (This was the year the USA Women’s Soccer Team won the World Cup!), but also painful and saddening as we remember tragedies that may […]
A Gift for the Future
December 4th, 2015
What does your family think about a billionaire’s surprising pledge?
“Brave Starts Here”: Talking about Lizzie Velazquez
October 2nd, 2015
Watch Lizzie’s inspiring TEDTalk and use our conversation starters to discuss
An Offer of Refuge
September 11th, 2015
What happens when the people of a nation decide their leaders aren’t doing enough to help others in crisis?
An Extra Tricky Extra Credit Question
August 1st, 2015
How do we balance personal interests with those of the group?
Talking to Strangers
July 17th, 2015
#Datewhileyouwait helps people slow down and connect in the most unlikely of places.
A Flight of Fancy
June 24th, 2015
An airport employee goes out of his way to make some magic for a little boy and his stuffed tiger.