100 Would You Rather Questions For Kids

Would you rather your kids be bored or be super engaged with a fun, family-friendly activity? "Would you rather" is a great game you can play while in the car, having a meal, or when you're just sitting around looking for something to do. It gets the kiddos (and you) off the screens and engaging with each other.

We’re huge fans of "would you rather" questions in my family. They’ve obviously changed over the years, and we started with silly, lighthearted ones when my son was younger. But as he moved into tween-dom, it’s become a great way to hear his take on bigger issues.

Children’s "would you rather" prompts help with decision-making, language, creativity, and social-emotional skills. As kids get older, these questions can help spark deeper conversation and maybe even friendly debates. They can be great icebreakers as well. You’ll learn more about each other, too.

Here are 100 "would you rather" prompts for all ages that are grouped into fun themes.

How to use "would you rather" with kids (and why it works)

The “rules” of this game are pretty straightforward: you each take turns asking a "would you rather" question and see how your answers align. Then ask your kids why—this is where the conversation gets interesting. When kids are younger, you can warm up with sillier questions (because littles love those!). As they get older, you can use these questions to encourage discussions around bigger topics. To keep your kids engaged, switch things up. After everyone has had a turn asking a question, do a lightning round with faster questions that require less explanation.

Ground rules

We recommend setting boundaries around how gross, scary or embarrassing the questions can be. Keep it kind. It’s also an opportunity to model turn-taking and listening. Everyone gets to have their say without being challenged or interrupted.

Use this list to get you started. Then you can encourage kids to create their own "would you rather" questions next time.

Funny "would you rather" questions for kids

For kids ages 5-12, funny "would you rather" questions are your best bet. They will help evoke great replies, as long as you keep the humour clean, gentle and imaginative. The goal here is to incite some giggles.

As we all know, laughter lowers stress and gets kids to talk more. These questions aren’t only silly, they are safe and kind. Invite kids to act them out for extra belly laughs. Or maybe they can guess what mom, dad and their siblings would answer!

• Would you rather hiccup bubbles or sneeze confetti?
• Would you rather have shoes that squeak like ducks or a jacket that whispers jokes?
• Would you rather only speak in rhymes or only speak in whispers for a day?
• Would you rather have a backpack that tells silly stories or a hat that sings hello?
• Would you rather laugh so hard you snort or giggle so much you snore?
• Would you rather your socks always mismatch or your hair always stand up?
• Would you rather walk like a robot or move like a sloth for a day?
• Would you rather your pencil tell knock-knock jokes or your lunchbox hum a tune?
• Would you rather have a pet that can only tell jokes or a plant that only compliments you?
• Would you rather dance every time you hear a bell or freeze like a statue when someone claps?

Animal and nature "would you rather" questions

Perfect for future biologists, veterinarians and zoologists, this theme sparks curiosity about wildlife and the outdoors. It’s a way to start conversations about bigger issues as well, like why it’s important to appreciate and take care of the nature that surrounds us. These questions can be especially fun if you are actually in the great outdoors. Take in the things around you, and use them as fodder for your prompts. Encourage follow-up questions like “what habitat would you visit?” or “what’s your favourite animal and why?”

Maybe you can integrate the answers into another activity later on. For example, if your child chooses a specific animal to admire, you could go to the library and read more about that species. If your child shows an interest in a new aspect of science, such as astronomy, you could download a stargazing app and look at the stars that night.

• Would you rather talk to birds or understand whales?
• Would you rather swim like a dolphin or climb like a gecko?
• Would you rather have a panda for a picnic buddy or a penguin for a snow day?
• Would you rather live in a cozy treehouse or a sunny seaside cabin?
• Would you rather shrink to ant-size for a forest adventure or grow tall to see over a jungle?
• Would you rather watch a meteor shower or a butterfly migration?
• Would you rather plant a mini vegetable garden or a wildflower meadow?
• Would you rather help at an animal shelter or clean up a beach?
• Would you rather see the northern lights or snorkel a colourful reef?
• Would you rather spend a day birdwatching or stargazing?

Superpowers and fantasy "would you rather" questions

Kids love to daydream about “impossible” things like magic and superpowers, and let’s be honest, so do grownups. There’s something fascinating about the fantastical. By using fantasy-themed "would you rather" questions, you’ll invite your child to look beyond reality and expand their imagination.

You could talk about different playful and positive aspects of superpowers, how they would use powers to help others, and the responsibility that comes with those powers. Some of these would be fun to act out during playtime. You could also turn it into a superhero craft: make capes, headbands, shields, or wrist cuffs, or write a superhero story together as a family. Maybe you could top it off with a superhero movie night.

• Would you rather fly close to the clouds or breathe underwater?
• Would you rather be super strong or super fast?
• Would you rather turn invisible for 10 minutes a day or talk to animals anytime?
• Would you rather time-travel for one hour or teleport once a day?
• Would you rather have a backpack that creates snacks or shoes that never get tired?
• Would you rather cast a kindness spell or a courage spell?
• Would you rather have a magical treehouse or a secret underwater fort?
• Would you rather draw things that come to life or sing songs that calm storms?
• Would you rather be friends with a dragon or a unicorn?
• Would you rather discover a new planet or a hidden world under the sea?

Food "would you rather" questions

Food is a hot topic when it comes to kids. Everything from individual food preferences to snacks and sweet treats, they can be a great subject for a few rounds of "would you rather" games. Avoid anything unsanitary or too unsavoury, and ensure you are in no way shaming any real foods. This can also be a chance to discover food preferences and new tastes, or discuss different food groups and the things that they do for our bodies. What if your child tried a new food from the game? Or if you made something together in the kitchen that resulted from one of your questions? Food can be a really fun way to get your "would you rather" session cooking!

• Would you rather have breakfast for dinner or dinner for breakfast?
• Would you rather only eat foods that crunch or only foods that squish (for one day)?
• Would you rather add sprinkles to everything or dip everything in yogurt?
• Would you rather try a new fruit every day or a new cheese every week?
• Would you rather have pancake art or cupcake decorating night?
• Would you rather choose the family pizza toppings or the movie snack?
• Would you rather eat only circle-shaped foods or only triangle-shaped foods (for one day)?
• Would you rather make a rainbow salad or a rainbow smoothie?
• Would you rather invent a new ice cream flavour or a new popcorn seasoning?
• Would you rather cook with a famous chef or with your grandparents?

Tech and gaming "would you rather" questions

We can’t deny we’re all absorbed in technology these days, and it can be quite topical for "would you rather" questions. Use this as a time to discuss technology, its pros and cons, why it can be a great thing to have in our lives, but also the potential dangers too.

Keep choices balanced and healthy, and give a little nudge to conversations about screentime and creativity. This can be a great grouping of questions for younger children who are just being introduced to devices and technology, as well as older kids who are regularly using them (it’s an indirect way to check in with them). Talk about creating versus consuming content, or finding a balance between being active and being on technology. You can also discuss subjects like digital kindness and safety. Technology questions can address modern-day challenges and will result in conversations that can have a bigger impact than a simple “I’d rather…”

• Would you rather design your own video game or create your own board game?
• Would you rather learn to code a robot or build a giant cardboard city?
• Would you rather have one extra hour outside or one extra hour on screens (and why)?
• Would you rather video call a faraway friend or write them a letter with drawings?
• Would you rather be the best at puzzle games or the best at racing games?
• Would you rather take photos of nature or draw what you see?
• Would you rather have a smartwatch that tracks steps or a journal that tracks feelings?
• Would you rather learn animation or learn stop-motion with toys?
• Would you rather fix a broken gadget or upcycle it into art?
• Would you rather have no ads in apps or no loading screens forever?

School and learning "would you rather" for children (Approx. 140–180 words)

School and learning can help usher in some very interesting "would you rather" prompts. The aim is to present encouraging, non-stressful school topics that will get conversation flowing. Avoid triggering topics, like test anxiety or any negative aspects of the school experience, and stick with more lighthearted topics: fun subjects, teachers, friends, etc. Invite kids to share what helps them learn best. Take the time with these "would you rather" questions to think about growth mindset and favourite subjects, classroom kindness and inclusion, and even creative learning environments. You might find you learn a thing or two about your kiddos with these fun school-related queries.

• Would you rather have no homework or no tests?
• Would you rather read under a blanket fort or do science outside?
• Would you rather sit next to your best friend or choose your favourite seat every day?
• Would you rather learn a new language or learn a musical instrument?
• Would you rather do a class pet project or plant a class garden?
• Would you rather have art twice a week or gym twice a week?
• Would you rather present with a partner or make a poster by yourself?
• Would you rather learn about space or about dinosaurs?
• Would you rather join a math club or a storytelling club?
• Would you rather have a field trip to a museum or to a wildlife park?

Sports and active play "would you rather" questions

Time to talk about being active! Sports and other activities are ideal subjects for a few rounds of "would you rather". You can cover a wide range of topics, from sports to games, outdoor and indoor play, hobbies, and pastimes. Be sure to mention offshoot topics like inclusivity as well as being safe. Celebrate things that come along with sports, such as hard work, effort, and teamwork. Discuss team versus solo play, the principles of winning (and being humble about victories) and how to deal with potential losses. You could even explore the idea of trying out a new sport (what’s something they have always wanted to learn, or maybe you!). It’s also a good time to remind participants about the importance of movement and being active.

• Would you rather score the winning point or make the game-saving assist?
• Would you rather learn to skateboard or learn to juggle?
• Would you rather run through sprinklers or jump in a leaf pile?
• Would you rather climb an indoor wall or bounce on a trampoline park?
• Would you rather take a family bike ride or a family hike?
• Would you rather do a dance routine or a yoga flow?
• Would you rather play soccer in the rain or basketball in the snow (dressed warmly)?
• Would you rather learn a new swim stroke or a new cartwheel?
• Would you rather coach a younger team or try a brand-new sport?
• Would you rather play a game you’re great at or a game you’ve never tried?

Feelings, kindness and character-building "would you rather" questions

One of the best things about the "would you rather" game is that it can open the door to deeper, more meaningful conversations, especially with children, tweens, or teens who are hesitant or shy about opening up. Use gentle scenarios that promote empathy, courage, and inclusion, and consider adding your own thought-provoking prompt: “What would make this choice hard or easy?” This is an opportunity for younger kids to learn how to identify certain feelings and values, things like kindness, fairness, or honesty. It allows younger people to practice perspective on different emotions. You can also take their choices and turn them into real-world actions (“if someone was feeling lonely, what could you do to help?”).

Expert tip: Choose "would you rather" feeling questions based on age. Make sure you use simpler options for kids 5-9, and more mature or intellectual “would you’s” for tweens or teenagers.

• Would you rather stand up for a friend or invite someone new to join your game?
• Would you rather say “sorry” first or forgive first?
• Would you rather share your last cookie today or have two to share tomorrow?
• Would you rather be brave and try something new or be patient and keep practicing?
• Would you rather teach someone a skill or learn a skill from someone younger?
• Would you rather cheer the loudest for others or help quietly behind the scenes?
• Would you rather keep a secret you’re allowed to keep or give a compliment no one hears?
• Would you rather admit a mistake right away or write a note about it later?
• Would you rather be known as helpful or as funny (and why)?
• Would you rather choose what’s fair or choose what’s kind (how are they alike/different)?

Travel and adventure "would you rather" questions

Travel and adventure questions are where you get to encourage imagination: think about maps and locations, different cultures, nature in varying areas of the world, and history. Take it another step further: “How would you like to get there?” (different modes of transportation), or “What would you pack?” (lessons on practice life skills). Explore nearby areas and faraway destinations. You could also discuss family traditions and memory-making (“how would you document the trip?” “What kind of mementos or souvenirs would you want to get?” “What’s something you would want to see or do there?”). You could go even a step further and pose the question, if you could travel beyond planet Earth, where would you go? Share your own travel experiences and where you’d like to go on an adventure too.

• Would you rather ride a sleeper train across the country or sail on a ferry to an island?
• Would you rather visit ancient ruins or a space museum?
• Would you rather camp under the stars or stay in a tiny cabin?
• Would you rather hike to a waterfall or explore a gentle cave with a guide?
• Would you rather take photos or draw pictures of your trip?
• Would you rather try a new food on vacation or learn a local dance?
• Would you rather travel with only a backpack or bring one special suitcase of treasures?
• Would you rather explore a big city by subway or a small town by bike?
• Would you rather watch sunrise on a beach or sunset on a mountain?
• Would you rather collect postcards or collect pebbles and shells?

Imagination & creativity "would you rather" questions for kids

Imaginative "would you rather" questions invite kids to dream big. They get to invent their very own stories and explore endless ideas without worrying about being right or wrong. These prompts are perfect for sparking creativity, encouraging language development, and helping kids practice flexible thinking, all while having fun. Be sure to ask your kids to explain their choices, or turn it into their very own short story. Bring drawing, painting, or acting out into the scenario. While playing a few rounds of WYR, you’ll also be instilling in your child values of creative confidence, problem-solving, and expressing ideas, as well as personal preferences.

• Would you rather live inside a book or inside a movie?
• Would you rather invent a new holiday or create a new game everyone plays?
• Would you rather design your dream house or your dream playground?
• Would you rather write a story or illustrate one?
• Would you rather create your own superhero or your own villain (with rules)?
• Would you rather explore a world made of candy or a world made of LEGO?
• Would you rather be the main character in a funny story or an adventurous one?
• Would you rather build something that flies or something that floats?
• Would you rather make up your own language or your own secret code?
• Would you rather tell a story that makes people laugh or one that makes them feel brave?