A Kids' 'All About You' Interview Card for Any Relative

By Kelly · Updated 2026-10-17

An interview card is a meaningful way for children to engage with relatives while creating a permanent record of family history. This project encourages kids to ask specific questions about a loved one's life, preferences, and childhood memories, resulting in a personalized gift for birthdays or holidays.

Interview Questions for Kids to Ask

• What was your favorite toy when you were my age?
• What is the bravest thing you have ever done?
• What was your first job and how much did it pay?
• What is your favorite family tradition?
• If you could travel anywhere tomorrow, where would you go?
• What is the best piece of advice you ever received?

The Classic Trifold Interview Card

ages 4-8 · 20 min · about $1

• 8.5 x 11 inch 65 lb white cardstock
• Washable markers
• Ruler
• Lead pencil
• A7 size envelope

1. Lay the cardstock horizontally and use the ruler to mark three equal sections.
2. Fold the outer edges inward to create a trifold card.
3. On the front panel, have the child write 'All About [Relative's Name]' and decorate it with markers.
4. Inside the panels, use the ruler to draw straight lines for text.
5. Adult supervision note: If the child is under age 6, have them dictate the relative's answers while you write them on the lines.
6. Ask the relative the selected questions and record their answers directly onto the card.
7. Have the child sign the back panel with the date and their age.

Framed 'Facts About You' Keepsake

ages 5-10 · 40 min · about $6

• 8 x 10 inch flat wooden picture frame
• 80 lb watercolor paper (cut to 8x10)
• Watercolor paint set
• Fine-point permanent black marker
• Small bowl of water
• Paper towels

1. Conduct the interview using a separate sheet of paper to draft the answers first.
2. On the watercolor paper, have the child paint a light border around the edges and let it dry completely (approx. 20 minutes).
3. Use the black marker to write the relative's name in large letters at the top.
4. List 5 to 7 interesting facts gathered from the interview in the center of the paper.
5. Safety note: Ensure the child uses the permanent marker only on the paper to avoid staining furniture.
6. Once the ink and paint are dry, remove the glass from the frame and place the artwork inside.
7. Secure the frame backing and present it as a wall-hanging gift.

For children who are still learning to write, you can print the questions onto the cardstock first using a computer, leaving blank spaces for the child to draw the answers or for an adult to scribe the responses.

Accordion Memory Strip

ages 6+ · 30 min · about $3

• 12 x 12 inch cardstock (cut into 4-inch wide strips)
• Clear scotch tape
• Glue stick
• One printed 2x3 inch photo of the relative
• Colored pens

1. Tape two 4-inch wide strips of cardstock together end-to-end to create one long 24-inch strip.
2. Fold the strip every 4 inches in alternating directions to create an accordion shape.
3. On the first square, use the glue stick to attach the photo of the relative.
4. On each subsequent square, write one question at the top and the relative's answer below it.
5. Safety note: If using scissors to cut the cardstock strips, ensure an adult handles the cutting or supervises the child closely.
6. Invite the child to draw a small illustration next to each answer that represents what the relative said.
7. Fold the accordion flat and tie it with a piece of twine or ribbon for presentation.