Family Life Fun Family Activities Indoor Activities 60 Fun and Family-Friendly Trivia Questions for Kids Whether you have a science buff, an animal lover, or a Harry Potter fanatic, look no further than this list of family-friendly trivia questions for kids. It's perfect for curious minds of all ages. By Christin Perry Updated on June 20, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Family trivia questions can turn a boring afternoon into a battle of the brains or offer some fun dinner fodder. And they're a great way to get both kids and adults giggling, even if they don't know the answers—yet! "Trivia, for kids, is not just a fun game," says Allie Finkel, a licensed clinical social worker and co-owner of Kind Minds Therapy in New York City. "It's also a great way to test their knowledge about various topics and teach them information about the world. It serves as a way to engage them." Even the youngest children can grasp the idea of a trivia game. "Any time you are asking a number of questions and kids have to give the answer, you are doing trivia," Finkel points out. They may be a long way from watching Jeopardy, but they will pick up the concept quickly. Ready to start your family's first game? Here are 60 family trivia questions in five popular categories. Pick the ones that best align with your kids' ages and interests. 63 Fun Questions to Get Your Kid Talking Illustration by Yeji Kim Science Trivia Science trivia questions will keep the whole family guessing about humans, nature, and how the world works. Need help getting started? Try these: How many teeth does an adult human have? Answer: 32 What is the largest known living land animal? Answer: African elephant What are animals that eat both meat and plants called? Answer: Omnivores How many elements are in the periodic table? Answer: 118What is the world's largest ocean? Answer: Pacific Ocean What temperature does water boil? Answer: 212ºF What is the largest internal organ in the human body? Answer: The liver How many breaths does the average human take in a day? Answer: 17,000 to 23,000 What was the first planet to be discovered using the telescope? Answer: Uranus What is the chemical symbol for table salt? Answer: NaCl Space Trivia Test out your knowledge about planets and stars with these space-based family trivia questions. How far away is the moon? Answer: 238,900 milesHow many earths could fit inside the sun? Answer: 1.3 millionHow many phases does the moon have? Answer: Four—New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, and Third Quarter. How many days does it take Mars to go around the sun? Answer: 687 daysHow many moons does Saturn have? Answer: 82What planet has the most gravity? Answer: JupiterWhich planet in the solar system is the hottest? Answer: Venus is 900ºFHow many miles up is the International Space Station? Answer: 227 milesWho was the first astronaut to walk on the moon? Answer: Neil ArmstrongWhich planet rotates on its side? Answer: Uranus Animal Trivia Kids will love showing you how much they know about lions, tigers, and bears (oh my!) with these family trivia questions about animals. What color is a giraffe's tongue? Answer: Purple What is the fastest flying bird in the world? Answer: Peregrine falcon What is a female donkey called? Answer: Jenny What color is a hippo's sweat? — Answer: Pink What mammal has the longest lifespan on earth? Answer: Bowhead whale Where does the most venomous spider live? Answer: Australia (It's known as the Sydney funnel-web spider or Atrax robustus)What is a group of lions called? Answer: A pride What animal is born blind? Answer: RabbitHow many bones does a shark have? Answer: 0 How fast can a roadrunner run? Answer: 20 MPH History Trivia Historical facts don't have to be bland—spice it up with some history-themed family trivia questions. Where did the Olympic games originate? Answer: Greece Who was the first Black president of the United States? Answer: Barack Obama Which was the first country to use paper money? Answer: China Who wrote a famous diary while hiding from Nazis in Amsterdam? Answer: Anne Frank In which year did the Titanic sink? Answer: 1912 Where was Martin Luther King, Jr. born? Answer: Atlanta, Georgia What holiday celebrates the end of slavery in the U.S.? Answer: Juneteenth, on June 19 What famous playwright was born in 1616? Answer: William Shakespeare What animal is considered to be the symbol of America? Answer: Bald eagle Which famous person was the teddy bear named after? Answer: President Teddy Roosevelt 17 Indoor Games and Activities for Kids Disney Trivia Bring the happiest place on earth home with these Disney trivia questions. Who sings the song "Shiny" from Moana? Answer: Tamatoa What is the princess's name in The Princess and the Frog? Answer: Tiana What type of fish is Nemo? Answer: A clownfish What kind of animal is Abu in Aladdin? Answer: A monkey Who was the first Disney princess? Answer: Snow White What are the names of Cinderella's evil stepsisters? Answer: Anastasia and Drizella What animal does Merida's mom turn into in Brave? Answer: A bear Which Disney princess is inspired by a real person? Answer: PocahontasWhat is the name of the little teacup in Beauty and the Beast? Answer: Chip Potts What is Mirabel's last name in Encanto? Answer: Madrigal Harry Potter Trivia Do you have a little wizard or witch on your hands? Check out these Harry Potter-themed family trivia questions. How many brothers did Ron Weasley have? Answer: 5—Bill, Charlie, Percy, and the twins Fred and George. What are the three types of wizard coins in order of value? Answer: Galleon (gold), Sickle (silver), and Knut (bronze)What is the name of Harry Potter's pet owl? Answer: HedwigFrom what platform do students catch the Hogwarts Express? Answer: 9 3/4When is Harry Potter's birthday? Answer: July 31What did Dumbledore use to darken the street lights on Privet Drive? Answer: A Deluminator What is the name of the deadly snake hidden in the Chamber of Secrets? Answer: A basilisk What is Lord Voldemort's real name? Answer: Tom Marvolo Riddle Who brought Harry to Hogwarts? Answer: HagridHow old was Harry Potter when he got his lightning bolt scar? Answer: 15 months old Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit