Chatterbox conversations: A fun way to bond this Racial Harmony Day

The everyday conversations that we share with our children carry more significance than we might realise. These moments are valuable opportunities for our children to learn and practise having respectful conversations. Interactions like this one open our hearts and build a genuine interest to learn about other cultures. They form the building blocks for practising and upholding harmony in our diverse society.

This Racial Harmony Day, let’s extend the commemoration beyond school activities by engaging in meaningful conversations at home to understand each other’s thoughts and feelings about our cultures and experiences. One fun way is to use a paper chatterbox – a beloved childhood game reimagined with a thoughtful twist.

You’ll find questions within to get you talking and thinking about race and culture, like “What is your favourite festival and why?”.

HOW TO PLAY

*This version, adapted from Kindsville Times and Agents of Kindness, features prompts that encourage children to think about empathy, respect and embracing diversity.

What you’ll need

Print template (Available in Kindsville Times Adventures and A-OK, pages 12-13 for Primary 3-6 students)
Scissors
Your creativity and open mind

Step 1: Create together

Cut along the dotted lines and fold the template with your child. This crafting session is your first opportunity to connect.

Step 2: Play and reflect

Take turns opening the flaps to reveal questions
Share your thoughts and encourage your child to do the same
Listen actively to each response

Step 3: Deepen the conversation

Ask follow-up questions to explore personal stories and experiences
Discuss what living in a multicultural society means to your child
Consider ways to promote inclusivity and harmony in daily life
Remember: Big understanding starts with small conversations.

Beyond conversations with your child, there are also other hands-on activities you can partake in together at home.

The Kindsville Times Junior (for Primary 1 and 2 students), Kindsville Times Adventure (for Primary 3 and 4 students) and A-OK! (for Primary 5 and 6) are publications given to all primary school students. They contain comic strips, sticker sheets and quizzes, fostering fun while promoting a deeper appreciation of racial harmony as well.

Ask your child for their copy to work on the activities together, or find the e-copy here: