² Both at the door and on the street, you might try using the tract “Enjoy Family Life” to start conversations. You could ask:

◼ “With all the anxieties that modern living brings upon us, do you feel that it is possible to have a really happy family life? [Allow for response.] This tract assures us that it is possible. Would you like to read it?” If it is accepted, you could continue by saying: “Since you are interested in this subject, you may also enjoy this book that provides detailed advice on how to find happiness in the family circle.” Show the table of contents in the Family Happiness book. Point out a few eye-catching chapter titles. Turn to page 10, and read from the last sentence of paragraph 17 to the end of paragraph 18. Offer the book, and mention the donation arrangement. Explain that you have more to share, and ask when you could get in touch again.

⁴ When talking to classmates at school or to youths in the territory, you might get a response to this question:

◼ “How important is it for parents and their children to keep open the lines of communication with one another? [Allow for response.] Notice what this handbook on family life says about the subject of ‘Honest and Open Communication.’ [Read all of paragraph 4 and the first sentence of paragraph 5 on page 65 in the Family Happiness book.] The paragraphs that follow provide practical suggestions on how to improve communication within a family. This book is entitled The Secret of Family Happiness. If you would like to read it and promise to do so, you may have this copy to keep.” Explain that you will follow up later to get his comments on what he reads.

⁶ If you meet a parent in the house-to-house work, or perhaps at a park or a playground, you might arouse interest by saying:

◼ “I’m sure you’ll agree that rearing children today is a real challenge. What do you think can protect your family from unwholesome influences? [Allow for response.] Here is some sound advice that I have appreciated.” Relate the illustration in paragraph 1, and read paragraph 2 on page 90 in the Family Happiness book. Explain how it gives balanced direction that really works to protect families from destructive influences. Offer to leave a copy, and make yourself available to answer any questions that arise.