Conversation Starters for Families
You don’t need to be a computer expert to talk about AI with your child!
The goal isn’t to have all the answers — it’s to stay curious, ask questions, and help your child think carefully about the technology they use every day.
Why Talk About AI at Home?
Family conversations about AI can help your child:
🧠 Think critically about information they see online.
🔒 Stay safe when using apps, websites, and smart tools.
🧐 Understand what AI can and can’t do (it’s powerful, but not perfect).
🌍 Get ready for a world with more technology at school, at home, and at work.
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Simple Questions to Ask Your Child
For Younger Students (Elementary)
“Can you show me something you made with a computer at school?”
“How do you think a smart speaker knows what to say back?”
“Do you think computers always tell the truth? Why or why not?
“If an app asked you for your name or birthday, what would you do?”
For Middle School Students
“What’s something computers are good at? What are they not so good at?”
“Have you seen a computer or app make a mistake? What happened?”
“What kind of information should you never share with an app or game?”
“If a friend sent you something made with AI, how would you check if it’s real?”
For High School Students
“How might AI change the jobs you’re interested in?”
“What excites you—and what worries you—about AI?”
“How do you check if computer information is true or false?”
“What rules or limits should schools and apps follow to keep students safe?”
“If an AI tool made a recommendation about your health, schoolwork, or future, how much would you trust it? Why?”
💬 More Conversation Starters
“Did you know some apps learn from what you watch or play?”
“Why do you think your game got harder after a few rounds?”
“How would you feel if a computer remembered everything you clicked on?”
“Let’s look at the settings together—what do you notice this app knows about us?
