AI for Kids

Send us Fan Mail Imagine an AI tutor that changes color to teach colors, points to an arm to name body parts, and keeps lessons fun without losing focus. That’s Buddy AI , a 3D animated study buddy for kids that turns screen time into meaningful learning. In this episode of AI for Kids, host Amber Ivey talks with Ivan Crewkov , the founder of Buddy AI, to explore how a personal challenge of helpin...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a robot colors the sun green? That playful mistake helps us unlock a bigger idea: AI needs you. Not as a spectator, but as the guide who brings context, empathy, and fairness. In this episode, Y stands for “You + AI.” We explore how people and AI work together in the real world, where speed and pattern spotting meet human judgment and care. We explain the idea of...

Send us Fan Mail What if teaching your kids about AI felt as simple as asking a smart friend for help at the grocery store? In this episode of AI for Kids , we dig into one big question every parent is asking: What’s a prompt—and why should kids learn to use one? Together, we explore: Can kids love science but hate math and still thrive in STEM? How can you explain prompts to kids so it “clicks” r...

Send us Fan Mail Nope, we’re not talking about superhero powers — we’re exploring how AI and smart tools use X-rays, thermal cameras, and other sensors to “see” what’s inside things. From spotting broken bones in hospitals to scanning luggage at airports and even studying stars in space, AI helps us look deeper without magic — just sensors plus machine learning! In this episode of AI for Kids , we...

Send us Fan Mail Diya Wynn , Responsible AI Lead at Amazon Web Services, takes us on a remarkable journey from her childhood in the South Bronx to becoming a technology leader championing fairness in artificial intelligence. Her story begins with a pivotal moment at age eight when, after receiving a basic computer as an academic achievement award, she declared she wanted to be a computer engineer—...

Send us Fan Mail Season 3 is here! In this episode of AI for Kids , Amber kicks things off with the letter W in our ABCs of AI series. W is for Weights — but not the kind you lift at the gym. In AI, weights are like little dials that tell a computer which clues matter most when it’s learning. Pointy ears? Higher weight for “cat.” Fluffy tail? Could be “dog.” These weights help AI make decisions in...

Send us Fan Mail Curious about raising AI-literate kids without more screen time? Our Season Two finale delivers a thoughtful recap of our AI journey while offering creative ways to keep the learning going all summer long. We've explored the fascinating world of artificial intelligence through conversations with remarkable guests who bring diverse perspectives to children's AI education....

Send us Fan Mail Kaashvi Mittal , a rising high school senior, is transforming how we think about AI education. As founder of Together We AI , she's breaking down complex technology into bite-sized, understandable concepts through free workshops that make artificial intelligence accessible to everyone. The spark for Kaashvi's journey came during a Stanford AI for All summer program where...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how smart speakers like Alexa know what you're saying? Or how self-driving cars can tell the difference between a stop sign and a person? Our latest episode dives into the fascinating world of voice and vision in artificial intelligence—explaining how AI's digital "ears" and "eyes" work in ways even young children can understand. We brea...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how to explain AI news to the curious young minds in your life? This episode of AI for Kids Scoop breaks down the latest artificial intelligence developments from early to mid-June in language kids and adults can understand together. We dive into Apple's new "Apple Intelligence" features unveiled at their Worldwide Developer Conference. Picture asking...

Send us Fan Mail What if technology could help you understand and manage your emotions better? Dr. Alicia Mckoy, founder and CEO of PeakMind, takes us on a fascinating journey through the intersection of neuroscience, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence in the quest for better mental wellbeing. The human brain processes emotions through chemicals like dopamine, oxytocin, and adrenaline, t...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode explores the letter "U" in our ABCs of AI series, representing both yoU (our curious young listeners) and Unsupervised Learning. We break down how artificial intelligence systems can organize photos, music, and data by identifying similarities without being explicitly told what to look for. Through our "Sort It Like a Robot" activity, kids...

Send us Fan Mail The digital landscape is constantly evolving, and our latest AI for Kids Scoop episode brings the most exciting tech developments straight to young curious minds. From robot dancing to drone flying, we're uncovering how schools across America are transforming tech education into hands-on adventures that prepare kids for tomorrow's world. Dive into our exploration of Main...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why AI can be simultaneously brilliant and bewilderingly clueless? Reed Coke , Director of Engineering at KUNGFU.AI , offers a beautifully simple explanation: AI is like singing along to songs in a language you don't know. You recognize patterns and can predict what comes next without truly understanding the meaning. Reed brings his unique background as a lingui...

Send us Fan Mail Tokens are the invisible building blocks that power every AI conversation, and in this episode of the AI for Kids podcast, we're breaking them down in a way that makes perfect sense for curious young minds! As part of our "ABCs of AI" series, we've reached the letter T, and tokens take center stage. Ever wondered how AI actually processes our words? Unlike huma...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of AI for Kids , we explore how artificial intelligence is changing schools around the world—from new rules to exciting new tools! We talk about how China just made new rules that stop students from turning in AI-written homework and require teacher help when younger kids use AI tools. Over in the UK , leaders are planning global guidelines for AI in education—and...

Send us Fan Mail What if your child had a kind, judgment-free learning companion—available anytime they needed help? That’s exactly what’s starting to happen in classrooms using AI. In this episode, we talk with Kanishka Seth , a teacher and EdTech leader at Khan Lab School , who works just one floor below the Khan Academy team and sees firsthand how AI is showing up in real learning spaces. Kanis...

Send us Fan Mail We break down supervised learning, explaining how AI learns from labeled examples just like how children learn from teachers identifying objects. • Supervised learning is when AI learns from labeled examples (like seeing pictures of apples with labels) • The more examples an AI sees, the better it gets at recognizing patterns • Real-world applications include Google Lens, spam fil...

Send us Fan Mail Spring is here—and so is our new weekly podcast format! We’re now alternating between fun episodes for kids and a new segment, “AI Kids Scoop,” where we break down what’s happening in AI and education. After a recent trip to Seoul, I saw just how powerful AI can be—using ChatGPT to plan, Google Lens to read menus, and Translate to chat with locals. It’s a reminder that AI is here...

Send us Fan Mail This is the last week of our break and we look forward to catching up in a couple of weeks. Check out this week's replay. "Technology won't replace you, but someone who knows how to use it will take your position." These words from Eashan Kosaraju, a remarkable high school student from Ohio, capture the essence of why AI literacy matters for today's youth....

Send us Fan Mail We are on a short spring break at AI for Kid. We look forward to seeing you all in May.  In the meantime, check out this replay with Archi Marrapu, a remarkable young inventor.  • Explaining artificial intelligence as a "fake brain" that can mimic human intelligence and sometimes exceed human capabilities • Creating Project Pill Tracker, a 3D-printed medication managemen...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Ehsan Adouane , an 11-year-old coding prodigy who started his YouTube channel at age 9 because he "had nothing to do" and wanted to make a meaningful contribution to the world. Started coding at age 9, now proficient in C++ and building applications Explains coding languages from high-level (Python, Scratch) to low-level (binary) Recommends beginners start with C++...

Send us Fan Mail Dipti Bhide, CEO and co-founder of LittleLit Kids AI, reveals how the first generation of AI-first children are learning to safely navigate AI through kid-friendly tools and experiences. She shares her journey from building tech for adults to creating the world's first all-in-one AI platform specifically designed for elementary and middle school children. • An entire generati...

Send us Fan Mail We break down reinforcement learning in simple terms, exploring how AI gets smarter through trial and error just like kids do when learning new skills. Using familiar examples like video games and robots, we explain how computers learn by getting rewards for good choices and penalties for mistakes. • Reinforcement learning explained: AI figuring things out by trying different acti...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of AI for Kids , we dive into AI for good, digital literacy, and internet safety with Geoff Livingston , founder of Cognitive Path ! From how AI is shaping the world to the importance of critical thinking and digital responsibility , this conversation will help kids and parents understand how to navigate the digital world safely. 🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episod...