For Parents & Teachers

Cosmic Reads is designed to introduce children ages 5-12 to Artificial Intelligence concepts through engaging, story-based learning. Here is how you can make the most of our resources.

Why AI Literacy Matters

AI is already part of everyday life, from voice assistants to recommendation engines. Helping children understand these concepts early builds critical thinking, curiosity, and digital awareness that prepares them for the future.

How to Use Our Stories

Each story features Parry the Parrot and his family facing a relatable everyday situation. As they solve problems together, children naturally learn an AI concept. Read the stories aloud with younger kids or let older readers explore on their own.

Discussion Ideas After Reading

Ask your child what problem Parry helped solve. Talk about where they see similar technology in their own life. Encourage them to think about how AI might help with tasks at home or school.

For Teachers

Our stories align well with computational thinking and STEM learning objectives. Each story can be used as a classroom read-aloud or independent reading activity. Pair them with hands-on activities like sorting games for Image Classification or prediction exercises for Forecasting.

Age Recommendations

Ages 5-7: Read together and focus on the story and characters. Ages 8-10: Discuss the AI concept after reading. Ages 10-12: Encourage deeper exploration and connect to real-world examples.

Stay Connected

We regularly add new stories and resources. Visit our Stories page to explore the full collection and check back often for new adventures with Parry and the family!