Books for Raising Kids in the AI Age
Like I am sure you have all noticed, the rise of AI has already made its mark and changed the world around us a lot. It can be hard to wrap your head around the rapid speed at which technology is developing and our world shifting!
It is now more than ever we must celebrate the beauty of our humanity and all the little intricacies that make us human. In honor of the incredible book I Am Human, I have collected a few of my favorite books that celebrate our humanity across the board!
From friendship, to caring for the earth, to specialty handmade artwork such as intricate collages or clay sculptures. There is something so special about how we as humans connect and create. And simply by reading this article to find a book for your little one, you are participating in the joy of our collectiveness! Enjoy spending some time with your tiny human with any or all of these reads!
A young boy explains to his new robot what it means to be human in this thoughtful story by the creator of Soy Sauce! (an “Indie Next” pick from independent booksellers). From food to family, emotions, imagination and connection, there’s so much to know about being a person, but the boy soon realizes that much of his world is beyond the bot’s grasp.
A timely tale for the digital generation, this beautifully illustrated picture book is a gentle conversation starter for discussing AI, and offers inquisitive young readers a way to think about what makes them uniquely, wonderfully who they are.
On an island of moss and mist, two sisters coexist with the land, its animals, and a geyser that generously warms their home. But as the nearby village grows, people begin tossing their garbage into the geyser … without considering the consequences. Soon, the geyser must find a way to stop them, and the result is a reminder the village will never forget.
This lyrical tale with intricately layered and boldly colored collage illustrations by Caldecott Honoree Micha Archer gives fresh voice to an ever-important message about protecting nature’s wonders.
Diffy doesn’t know what to make of the mysterious object that’s landed on his favorite rock. When he starts to make up stories based on the curious images he uncovers, the other fish gather around to listen and then begin to share their own. But one day Diffy’s amazing discovery disappears from the rock, and he worries that his stories might have left with it. But stories grow out of connections, and before long, Diffy’s world blooms with a whole ocean of creatures.
This picture book celebrates curiosity, imagination, and the transformative power that comes with the sharing of information, ideas, and storytelling.
The on-screen world is super exciting—there are games, and new friends, and funny videos! But too much of a good thing isn’t always healthy, and not everything you see online can be trusted. Luckily, this book is here to help you navigate the highs and lows of screen time.
Through hilarious comics and vibrant illustrations, readers of all ages will discover how to make good choices, use devices responsibly, find content that’s just right, and be a good friend on and offline. Ultimately technology should ENHANCE your life, NOT overtake it!
With mini-comics and fun illustration throughout, this friendly guide to being on screens and online in safe, healthy, and productive ways is a must-have for kids who spend time on phones, tablets, or computers.
What can you do with two blobs of clay? Create something amazing! But don’t leave them alone for too long. Things might get a little crazy.
In this photographic friendship adventure, the Claymates squish, smash, and sculpt themselves into the funniest shapes imaginable. But can they fix a giant mess before they’re caught in the act?
Junior detective Buster McPaws is excited to curl up next to the fire at the ski resort—but once again he gets pulled into an avalanche of troubling mysteries!
It’s up to YOU to crack the case so that Buster can finally relax and have the purrfect wintry day! Enjoy hours of kid-tested fun with a variety of puzzles, word searches, mazes, and codes that unlock the mystery.
When a small stone Buddha falls off a cyclist’s wagon, he lands in a neglected part of a busy city street. People often throw trash here, turning this part of the city into a rather unpleasant sight. But as passersby begin to notice the little stone Buddha, they start to wonder: what if we each made a small change that brightened this shared part of our community?
Inspired by a true story, The Little Stone Buddha shows us how a small action—or, in this case, a small Buddha—can change a moment, which can change a decision, which can change the spirit, which can, in the end, change everything.
