As we have worked to create excellent and comprehensive learning resources for every one of our unit studies, we have taken a first step into navigating the world of AI as a component of education. Because AI is already typically a part of many traditional school approaches, we have explored various opportunities to incorporate it in a way that is safe and effective for you and your family.
And we are so glad we did! AI, used well, can add a valuable layer of exploration for curious learners.
You’ll find that throughout this study, we include Ask AI prompts to use with resources like Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Perplexity and other AI options.
You will notice that we use AI only as an enhancement to learning, never the primary resource. We will always recommend books as the spine of any study.
Two things to remember to ensure AI learning is safe and beneficial:
- It is important that a parent always supervise a child’s use of an AI chatbot, to help guide their learning and ensure a safe experience.
- When your child wants to ask his/her own questions of the chatbot, make sure that you help create a kid-friendly AI prompt, giving specific instructions to the chatbot - including asking for age-appropriate answers for your child’s age.
"I am 7 years old. What are three characteristics of sharks?"
There are even more examples in the document attached, below.
And now, let’s turn the page and begin this learning adventure with your child!
-Amanda Bennett