Bringing Families Together with The Table Talk Project
Looking for a simple way to connect more deeply with your child at home? The Table Talk Project is a wonderful resource designed to help families have meaningful conversations around the dinner table. It offers free, age-appropriate conversation starters and tools that make it easy for parents and children to talk, listen, and bond in a relaxed setting—especially during mealtimes.
The idea is simple: while you prepare and enjoy a meal together, you use a “three-course” structure—entrées to get started, a “main course” of thoughtful questions, and a sweet “dessert” of checking in with each other. These gentle prompts encourage children to open up about their feelings, thoughts, and experiences, helping build emotional connection and communication skills. Visit thetabletalkproject.org to explore resources that can turn any family meal into a moment of shared growth and connection.
The website also features a fantastic library of resources to help parents navigate important or tricky topics with their children—such as emotions, friendships, change, and more. These guides are designed to support calm, open discussions and help children feel safe and supported when talking about things that matter.
Sarah Weichert
Wellbeing Leader
sarah.weichert@education.vic.gov.au