About the discussion question wheel
These open-ended questions have no single right answer, which is what makes them great for class discussions, advisory periods and Socratic seminars. Spin, give students a minute to think, then discuss.
Ways to use it
- Advisory or homeroom discussions.
- Socratic seminar warm-ups.
- Think-pair-share activities.
What’s on this wheel (12)
- What makes a good leader?
- Is it ever OK to break a rule?
- What would you change about the world?
- Is it better to be liked or respected?
- What is the most important invention ever?
- Should we explore space or the oceans first?
- What does it mean to be brave?
- Is failure important?
- What makes something fair?
- Can money buy happiness?
- What will schools look like in 50 years?
- What is a hero?
Frequently asked questions
How do I run a good discussion with these?
Give one minute of silent thinking, then pair students before opening to the whole class, so quieter students have ideas ready.
What grades are these for?
Grades 5 to 12, and they work well in adult classes too.
Is the wheel really random?
Yes. The winner is chosen by your browser’s random number generator before the wheel starts turning, and every slice has the same chance.
Can I save or share my wheel?
Click "Save" to keep the wheel in My wheels in this browser, or "Share wheel" to copy a link that opens your exact list on any device.