My Year of Questions

My Year of Questions

My Year of Questions is a journal for teens who are naturally curious, opinionated, reflective, or simply enjoy exploring ideas. Through 365 thought-provoking prompts, it encourages your teen to challenge assumptions, explore new ways of seeing the world, consider different perspectives, and put thoughts into words through writing, drawing, or discussion.

The questions range from lighthearted to surprisingly profound. One day, your teen may be listing ten things he smelled that day; the next, he may be deciding which book every child should read, considering a philosophical dilemma, or reflecting on a question with no easy answer. The variety keeps the experience fresh while encouraging thoughtful engagement with a wide range of topics.

Scattered throughout the journal are brief introductions to influential philosophers and big ideas. These short entries add depth without making the book feel academic, giving teens a glimpse into the thinkers who have wrestled with similar questions throughout history.

What makes My Year of Questions especially engaging is that it doesn't attempt to provide answers. Instead, it invites your teen to wrestle with ideas, examine assumptions, defend opinions, and consider viewpoints that may differ from his own. In a world where quick reactions are common, the habit of thoughtful reflection is increasingly valuable.

The flexible format allows teens to move through the book at their own pace and in any order. Some prompts may lead to a few quick sentences, while others can spark lengthy journal entries, meaningful conversations, or lively family discussions.

By the end of the year, your teen will have created a fascinating collection of thoughts, questions, opinions, and reflections. More importantly, he'll have spent a year practicing the skill of thinking carefully—something that serves students well in academics, relationships, decision-making, and life beyond the classroom.