Campfire Stories Deck: Prompts for Igniting Conversation by the Fire by Ilyssa Kyu & Dave Kyu

Connection to community, sense of place, and love of adventure--all live inside a good story

• Campfire Stories Deck includes 50 storytelling prompt cards designed to spark meaningful conversations and connections
• Suitable for all ages, encouraging personal storytelling among family and friends
• Includes additional cards with creative ways to use the deck and storytelling tips

While the glow of a campfire is the iconic setting for intimate stories, these cards can be used anywhere--on a camping trip, in the backyard, around the dining room table, or even an online hangout--to spark a story. The cadence and authenticity of personal stories can help us reveal ourselves, allay fears, bring comfort, and pass the time. For example, "Tell a story about a time when you left something behind" might lead to a tale about a teddy bear, favorite shirt, well-worn book, or grandmother's ring. Many of the deck's prompts look to nature for inspiration: "Tell a story about your first visit to a national park"--or your first time in a tent, first encounter with a wild animal, or favorite beach experience. People dream of their next adventures by reminiscing about past ones, and these cards help bring those memories--and rich stories--to light, whether around a candlelit dinner table or under the stars.

Ilyssa Kyu is a design researcher focused on storytelling and creative solutions at the intersection of nature, design, and inclusion and the founder of Amble, a sabbatical program for creative professionals to take time away with purpose in support of nature conservancies. Visit the Kyus online at campfirestories.com.

Dave Kyu is a socially engaged artist, writer, and arts administrator. Born in Seoul, South Korea and raised in the United States, he explores the creative tensions of identity, community, and public space in his work. They live with their two daughters outside of Philadelphia and are always seeking adventure and connection in the outdoors. Visit the Kyus online at campfirestories.com.