The Story of AI: How Machines Learned to Think and How Kids Can Journey Through It is a traditionally illustrated, thought-provoking introduction to artificial intelligence, written just for curious kids (and the grown-ups who love them). Blending history, technology, and imagination, this engaging nonfiction book takes young readers on a journey from ancient legends about talking machines to the powerful AI tools shaping the world today.

Packed with stunning etching-style artwork and written in a clear, friendly voice, this book invites readers to explore:
How people first imagined artificial minds
The breakthroughs that made today’s smart machines possible
The many different types of AI, and what each one can do
Famous tools like ChatGPT, Grok, Claude, and Gemini
Big questions about jobs, creativity, and the future of being human
How kids can safely and responsibly explore AI themselves
More than just a story of machines, this is a story about you, about how today’s young thinkers will grow up to make the big decisions, build the next tools, and help shape what tomorrow looks like. It shows kids that the future isn’t something that just happens to us; it’s something we get to build together.
Whether it’s used at home, in classrooms, or as part of a tech-savvy school curriculum, The Story of AI empowers young readers to think critically, dream boldly, and take part in the next chapter of human invention.

Gerry White

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