Tips for parents: Raising resilient learners in an AI world | Brookings

Guiding Children in an AI-Driven World

• Prevalence of AI: Generative AI is ubiquitous in children's lives, integrated into search engines, social media, games, and toys.
• Key Statistics:
  • 91% of U.S. youth (ages 13–17) use generative AI in their personal lives.
  • 72% of U.S. youth have interacted with AI companions.
• Parental Challenges: Parents often feel overwhelmed and lack the necessary support or knowledge to navigate the risks and benefits of AI for their children.
• The Dual Mandate: Parents must balance protecting their children from AI-related risks (safety, development, autonomy) while preparing them to use AI effectively.
• Brookings Initiative: The Center for Universal Education is releasing a series of tip sheets for parents of children aged 10–14.
• Core Focus: The resources aim to foster 10 essential skills that help children become resilient learners in an AI-infused environment.
• Resource Content: Each tip sheet includes:
  • Context on how AI impacts children.
  • Observations for parents to monitor at home and school.
  • Practical conversation starters and family activities.
• Availability: Tip sheets are being released on a rolling basis.