Quest to Connect Card Deck

Fostering Meaningful Relationships in a Noisy World

$15.95

397 in stock

SKU: D591-Net

Forge Deeper Connections with Quest to Connect!

Ever feel like the world’s spinning faster than you can keep up? You’re not alone. With a constant flood of voices, images, and opinions, it can be tough to truly connect – with others in meaningful conversation and with ourselves in healthy self-reflection. That’s exactly where the Quest to Connect card deck comes in. You’re holding a powerful tool designed to cut through the noise and help you and your students build authentic relationships.

This isn’t just a deck of cards; it’s a journey. Inside, you’ll find 40 carefully crafted cards, each featuring three escalating questions to spark engaging discussions and cultivate critical thinking. Get ready to lead your students on an adventure of self-discovery and shared understanding that can take as little or as much time as you decide.

Here’s how your Quest to Connect journey unfolds:

  • Level 1: Base Camp – These questions are your gentle starting point, light and easy, with minimal personal risk. They help your students begin to truly see the people around them and recognize opportunities for connection, setting the stage for enriching discussions. Think of them as the friendly slopes that begin your climb.
  • Level 2: Snow Line – Midway up the mountain, these questions invite more thought and sharing. While still not deeply personal, they encourage creative thinking and the expression of opinions, moving beyond surface-level interactions. Here, the conversations become more vibrant and authentic.
  • Level 3: Summit – Reaching the peak, these questions challenge participants to think deeply, embrace vulnerability, and connect with their emotions. Unearthing these answers may require more introspection, but the profound insights and stronger bonds forged are well worth the effort. This is where true connection blossoms.

 

Quest to Connect helps students develop a deeper understanding of themselves, their classmates, and the world around them. It’s more than just a deck of cards; it’s an invitation to unlock the incredible power of genuine connection, building a foundation for empathy and understanding in every interaction.

Created by National Center for Youth Issues
9781965066164
Grades 3-12
40 cards
Release Date June 30, 2025

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Quest to Connect deck is PERFECT to start the school year (or small groups or individual sessions). It reminds me of the 36 questions to build intimacy, but in a format that is simple to understand and not overwhelming for kids (or adults for that matter). Turning connection into a game makes it approachable and fun!

Melissa Gillespie
School Counselor

The Quest to Connect cards are perfect for building meaningful conversations with peers and encouraging self reflection. The cards would be great for morning meetings, writing prompts, or small group discussions. They can also be added in lessons or used during transitions. The cards are also great for having meaningful discussions with your own children! Thank you for finding a meaningful way for our youth to discover more about themselves and build relationships with others.

Debi Salazar
Teacher

Quest to Connect Card Deck is a versatile tool perfect for building meaningful connections across all 3 MTSS tiers! Here’s how I plan to use it:

  • Tier 1 – Roll call questions to kick off counseling class lessons
  • Tier 2 – Icebreakers in small groups
  • Tier 3 – Conversation starters in one-on-one sessions

 

This deck is a game-changer for counselors looking to foster connection at every level!

Laura Filtness
School Counselor

$15.95

397 in stock

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