Skill· 13y–16y· 2 min
Systems Thinking Map — Trace the Feedback Loops
The teen maps a complex system — such as social media's effect on teens, climate change, the local economy, or school dynamics — identifying interconnections, feedback loops, and non-linear causality. Through guided discussion, they move beyond simple cause-and-effect to see how systems behave in unexpected ways. The parent engages as a thinking partner exploring complexity together.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Large paper, whiteboard, or digital drawing tool. Colored markers or pens helpful for distinguishing different types of connections. The teen chooses the system to map. This works best with topics the teen is already curious about or affected by.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
Visual example
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