SAY HI TO AI!
A Fun, Educational Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for Children Ages 6–9.
*Suitable for adults of all ages as well 🙂
Say Hi To AI! is more than a book—it’s your child’s first step towards understanding one of the most important technologies of their lifetime.
AI Is Already Here.
From voice assistants to robot vacuums, your kids are already surrounded by AI—so why not help them explore it with curiosity and confidence?
🚀 What Your Child Will Learn:
What AI is (and isn’t!)
Maya, George, and their adventurous puppy Chai learn what Artificial Intelligence is and how it helps solve problems.
How AI appears at home, school, and the world around them
The Artificial Intelligence Investigators team sets out to explore how AI shows up in everyday places like home, school, and the park.
Key vocabulary like “prompt,” “algorithm” and “data”
Key AI terms are introduced with fun, kid-friendly explanations and examples.
How AI Is Made, and Exciting AI Careers
They meet the many people and roles involved in designing and building AI.
How to safely and smartly use AI tools
Guidelines for using AI responsibly, with a focus on privacy, kindness, and safety.
How humans and AI can team up to solve big problems
The friends imagine how AI might solve big global challenges.
In a world increasingly powered by AI, children need books that inspire curiosity, creativity, and care.
🧠 Why Parents Will Love Say Hi To AI!
- Written for Young Minds: Perfect for ages 6–9, with lovable characters Maya, George, and their tech-savvy, treat seeking pup Chai.
- AI-Focused Storytelling: Combines imagination with real-world concepts like machine learning, algorithms, and responsible AI.
- Built for Parent, and Child, Safety: Teaches responsible AI usage with built-in guidance for kids.
- Includes a guide for parents: “Helping Your Child Use AI Wisely”.
- Interactive Fun: Includes prompts, games, activities, and even kid-friendly AI tools to explore at home!
👪 Perfect For:
- Parents who want to raise tech-savvy, ethical digital citizens
- Teachers and librarians seeking engaging AI related content
- Caregivers and homeschoolers introducing real-world concepts through storytelling
About the Author
Vincent Ponzo is an educator, entrepreneur, and technology leader dedicated to helping young people understand the world around them. A former teacher and leader of entrepreneurship at Columbia Business School, and now a senior leader in Responsible AI (RAI) at Amazon, he’s spent his career at the intersection of education, innovation, and ethics. Say Hi To AI! is his mission to ensure kids grow up not just using AI, but understanding it—and shaping it for good.
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