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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.

Kanishka shares how Khanmigo, Khan Academy’s AI-powered tool, acts like a thoughtful study buddy—asking questions instead of giving answers, offering feedback, and creating a safe space where kids can learn without fear of being wrong. As she puts it, “It’s like a peer who’s full of energy, always kind, and there to help them think through their ideas.”

If you're wondering how AI fits into your child’s education, this episode is for you. Kanishka’s perspective is both grounded and hopeful. She compares AI to a flashlight: it helps you see more clearly, but your child still needs to choose the direction.

You’ll also hear stories of real student projects. It’s not about shortcuts—it’s about opening up space for kids to explore, imagine, and grow.

Listen now—you’re not alone on this journey.

🔧 Tools & Platforms Mentioned

1. Khanmigo by Khan Academy – AI tutor and teaching assistant
   🔗 https://www.khanacademy.org/khan-lab-school/khanmigo
2. Khan Academy – The nonprofit learning platform
   🔗 https://www.khanacademy.org
3. ChatGPT – AI chatbot used for planning and Q&A
   🔗 https://chat.openai.com
4. DALL·E – AI image generation tool used for student creativity
   🔗 https://openai.com/dall-e
5. Google Lens – Translates signs/menus in real time
   🔗 https://lens.google
6. Google Translate – For live translation conversations
   🔗 https://translate.google.com

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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 filters, AI art apps, and medical diagnostic tools
• Bad or confusing data leads to incorrect learning outcomes
• AI can struggle with examples it hasn't seen before (like only recognizing yellow cats but not black ones)
• Try the "Label It Game" at home using pictures from magazines or your own drawings
• Experiment with Google's Teachable Machine website to train your own mini AI model

Join us next time for the letter T in our ABCs of AI series!

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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 now, and our kids need to learn how to use it wisely.

Our inaugural AI Kids Scoop covers groundbreaking developments in the AI education landscape. Google recently announced Gemini AI access for children under 13 through supervised accounts, while governments worldwide are racing to implement AI literacy programs. The US President signed an executive order advancing AI education, China mandated annual AI classes for all students, and the UAE plans to introduce AI concepts to children as young as four years old.

The private sector is responding with innovative offerings like Blue Whale AI Academy's summer camp for ages 5-12 and Buddy AI's language learning app designed specifically for children. Perhaps most fascinating is ABii, an AI-powered robot from the University of South Carolina that uses facial recognition to provide "empathetic tutoring" tailored to students' emotional states.

While these developments are exciting, we emphasize the continued importance of adult supervision, critical thinking, and creativity.

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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.

Dive into this eye-opening conversation with a teen who's already making waves in the AI education space as host of the All Things AI podcast and a responsible AI advocate. Eashan shares how his childhood love of mathematics evolved into a passion for computer science and artificial intelligence, emphasizing the critical need for students to understand technology that will shape their future careers.

Did you know that a number of Gen Zers consider AI the biggest threat to their future employment? Rather than feeding these fears, Eashan is tackling them head-on through his educational initiative "Empower with AI" and his work with the youth-driven organization Encode Justice. He breaks down complex concepts like large language models into kid-friendly explanations while highlighting both the opportunities and risks this technology presents.

Parents and educators will appreciate Eashan's thoughtful approach to balancing AI tools with academic integrity as he discusses how school districts nationwide are responding to AI in the classroom. His vision of human-centered technology development offers a refreshing perspective on how we can harness AI's benefits while mitigating potential harms.

Subscribe to AI for Kids wherever you get your podcasts and continue exploring the fascinating world of artificial intelligence with us!

Check out more resources with Eashan via Empower with AI, including his mini-lectures and his All Things AI podcast.

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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 management system with AI features that prevent medication errors
• Working with tools like Arduino Uno kits, 3D printers, Flutter, and coding languages including Java and Python
• Starting with curiosity and coding as entry points to learning about AI
• Building confidence to overcome challenges and persist through failures

Links to Resources:

• Voyce
• Project Pill Tracker
• Onchi 3d printing
• Autodesk inventor
• Tinkercad
• Ardino uno
• Flutter app development
• Android studios
• Java
• NIH
• StemifyGirls

Contact Archi:

• Archi Marrapu LinkedIn
• Email: stemifygirls@gmail.com or founder.stemifygirls@gmail.com

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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++ instead of Python to learn fundamentals properly
• Describes Raspberry Pi computers and how they help program microchips
• Balances technology with martial arts, horseback riding, and Alpine skiing
• Currently developing an application to help teachers with lesson planning
• Advocates for making math less scary by recognizing it's just a new concept
• Explains how coding relates to AI by creating "a whole new brain
• Values impact over views: "Even if you get one view, if you change someone's life, you've fulfilled your purpose"

Check out Ehsan's YouTube channel (Ehsan Teen Education) where he offers coding tutorials organized by number - start with the first C++ video and work your way up!

Resources:

• Ettan Ehsan Youtube Education Channel
• Scratch - Free Coding Community for Kids
• Python Coding for Kids
• C++ for Kids | Juni
• Raspberry Pi Foundation - Learn to Code for Kids or Get Coding Kit
• FREE Kahn Academy Classes
• Qt Creator

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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 generation of children are learning AI before they learn Google search
• Little Lit AI was inspired by Dipti's experience teaching her neurodivergent son using personalized AI-generated math problems
• The "Whole Child AI" framework teaches kids not just how to use AI but what it is, how it works, and its limitations
• Children need to understand the difference between human and AI interaction for safety reasons
• AI literacy doesn't require coding knowledge - it's about communication skills
• Kids should learn AI basics before jumping into creative applications
• Understanding AI bias through hands-on experiments helps children develop critical thinking
• Teaching ethics means helping kids see AI as a creative tool, not a shortcut for cheating

15% off of LittleLit’s annual membership - code - AIFORKIDS15

This includes full access to the Whole Child AI Curriculum Adventures, all personalized AI tutors, and the Creative AI Arcade. Sign up!

For educators looking to level-up their AI teacher skills, access a FREE K-12 AI Teacher Certificate Course HERE.

Resources:

• Whole AI Kids Book
• Midjourney
• Everyone AI by Anne-Sophie Seret
• Khanmigo

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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 actions and seeing what works
• Real-world applications include robots learning to walk and dance, AI playing games like chess, self-driving cars, and smart assistants
• Fun facts about AI beating world champions in games and learning to perform complex tasks
• The "AI Learner Game": a hands-on activity using ball tosses and rewards to demonstrate how practice and feedback improve performance
• Additional activities to try at home including creating personal reward systems and watching videos of AI playing games

Download, share with friends, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube to join us next time on AI for Kids!

Resources:

• EngineAI Robot Learning to Dance Using Reinforcement Learning
• Interactive Learning & Games:
  • Google's Teachable Machine:
    (Simple, hands-on experience with machine learning and reinforcement learning concepts.)
  • Machine Learning for Kids:
    (Engaging platform where kids build simple AI projects and games.)
  • Code.org AI Activities:
    (Interactive and guided lessons on AI and reinforcement learning.)

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