AI and Me My Smart Helper AI for K-K3 Learners (AI Education for Kindergarten-Grade 3)

By Joseph K. Vermeille PHD

AI and Me: My Smart Helper introduces young children to the exciting world of artificial intelligence in a fun, friendly, and age-appropriate way. Through the story of Maya and her helpful robot buddy, Spark, young readers discover how computers can spot patterns, answer questions, and support learning in everyday life.

Designed especially for Kindergarten through Grade 3 learners, this engaging picture book breaks down big ideas about technology into simple concepts children can understand. Short prompts throughout the story encourage curiosity, discussion, and exploration, inviting children to think about how artificial intelligence works and how it connects to their own experiences.

Blending storytelling with early STEM education, the book gently introduces the difference between Natural Intelligence (NI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), helping young readers develop foundational digital literacy while sparking imagination and confidence.

Written by educator, instructional designer, and EdTech researcher Joseph K. Vermeille, PhD, this book supports parents, teachers, and classrooms seeking to introduce AI concepts responsibly and creatively.

Perfect for early learners, classrooms, libraries, and families interested in preparing children for a technology-rich future.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GS5DVF38
• ISBN13: 9798295691966
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Joseph K. Vermeille, PhD
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 3 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7