Time Capsule Questions for New Year's Eve (2 Free Printables)

This free printable set of time capsule questions is a fun way for kids to capture their favorite memories and dreams for the future.

Perfect for New Year’s Eve or any time of year, these questions encourage children to reflect on what they love most, from favorite foods to big goals.

As a keepsake, this time capsule is something they’ll love opening years down the road to see how they’ve grown and changed.

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Time capsule questionnaire for kids

Creating a family time capsule is a memory-making activity everyone will treasure for years.

Start by choosing an agreed-upon date to open it, perhaps when the kids turn 18, 21, or graduate.

Burying the capsule can also add an extra element of surprise, preventing any early peeking!

Supplies needed

cardstock (or printer paper)
writing pen or pencil
Container for the time capsule (an old pickle jar works well if thoroughly cleaned)
Ziplock bags, laminator, or sheet protector (to keep contents dry)

Simply print out the free time capsule questions below, formatted on four pages (two in color and two in black and white).

These printables are available for personal or classroom use only; scroll to the bottom for the downloadable PDF.

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You will also enjoy our New Year’s Eve reflection questions

Questions for time capsule

Each printable includes space for the name and date, along with the following prompts:

My favorite thing is.
My favorite food is.
My best friend is.
My favorite hobby is.
My favorite memory from the year is.
This is what I am going to do in the new year.
My favorite subject is.
When I grow up I want to be.
My favorite sport is.
My favorite book is.
I am grateful for.
This is what I want to do in the next 12 months.

This New Years time capsule printable is an engaging way for kids to capture their interests and aspirations, creating a keepsake they’ll love revisiting as they grow older.

What to put in a time capsule?

With your time capsule interview questions ready (download below), consider adding a few more small items that capture the moment. Here are some ideas:

Family photos — snapshots that capture everyday memories.
Handprints of the whole family — especially meaningful if the kids are younger.
Newspaper headlines — to record a slice of history from the day.
Future predictions — add these to the back of the time capsule questions for a fun look ahead.
Coins — a little piece of today’s currency.
Supermarket receipt — a glimpse into the prices of everyday items.
USB drive with essays or school reports — a digital keepsake of achievements.
A drawing from this year — capture your child’s creativity.
Christmas wish list — a snapshot of current dreams and interests.
Movie ticket stub — memories of a favorite film.
Snack packaging — a fun way to remember favorite treats.
Free all about me worksheet — a printable to capture more details about each child.
Certificates or awards — copies, not originals, to preserve achievements.
Letter from Mom or Dad — a heartfelt message from today.
Letter to their future self — a personal message to read later.