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Learn how to discover your kid’s passions, and unlock their superpowers.

In today’s issue:

📊 Flash poll: The top reason you’re here.

🚀 News you need to know: AI use is skyrocketing among kids.

📖 Notable nibbles: We learn better from paper than screens, a kids movie that helps with anxiety, and more.

Kids are diving into AI —and not just for schoolwork— according to two studies that were both released this month.

These studies show a remarkable surge in weekly AI use.

The first study from Hopelab, Common Sense Media, and Harvard’s Center for Digital Thriving, featured research compiled from surveys taken last fall.

At that time, only 11% of teens reported to use AI weekly.

But a second study, led by Impact Research for the Walton Family Foundation, called on surveys that were completed last month, (only six months after the initial survey).

Weekly AI use in teens jumped to 49%. 🤯

I predict that number will rise to above 80% by the end of the year.

In the first survey from last fall, kids were mainly using AI to seek information and brainstorm, but the second survey revealed that kids are currently using it for writing assignments and study aids.

There’s always a positive and a negative impact when it comes to transformative technology.

The most important thing to remember is that dismissing AI will not make it go away. 

Here are a few Prequel resources to help you tackle talking with your teen about AI:

🧠 The future of education is AI-powered — and that’s a good thing

🧠 6 ChatGPT prompts that will help your kid learn — not cheat

🧠 These kids are using AI for good

📖 Paper > screens: A series of surprising studies have revealed that we learn better when we read on paper rather than on screens. 

📱 Speaking of screens: Here’s one prominent psychologist’s advice for how give your kid a “social media reset” this summer.

📣 Slow your roll: Is your kid a bit of a braggart? Or do they hide their achievements? Here’s how you can help them be proud without being boastful.

🧠 Inside out: Why your kid should see this popular movie sequel to learn how to deal with anxiety.

🤳 Good riddance?: Los Angeles has officially banned mobile phones and social media usage at school.

✏️ Falling behind: A record number of kids are enrolled in special education programs.

 🧸 ICYMI: Key takeaways from the 2024 Ikea Play Study.

Hope you enjoyed today’s issue!

Until next time,

Ivy

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