Episode 39: Should 6-Year-Olds Use iPads? Raising Critical Thinkers in an AI World

07/10/2025 16 min
Episode 39: Should 6-Year-Olds Use iPads? Raising Critical Thinkers in an AI World

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As schools introduce iPads to even the youngest students, parents are left asking: Is this helping or hurting our children’s development?In this episode, we dive into a very real moment from Sabine’s life—her 6-year-old son starting school and the emotional debate at the parent-teacher meeting about introducing iPads in Year One.Joined by her co-host Abha, they explore the broader question:How can we ensure our children grow up to be critical thinkers and not just passive consumers in an AI-first world?Topics they explore:The pros and cons of early tech exposureHow AI tools like ChatGPT, Khanmigo, and Synthesis can support or hinder child developmentThe risks of unchecked YouTube accessWhy parental involvement is more crucial than everHow to model curiosity, reflection, and tech literacy at homeThis episode is a must-listen for any parent navigating the digital age with young children. Because when it comes to AI and our kids, one question matters most:👉 Who do you want them to become?💬 What age do you think kids should start using iPads in school? Let’s open up this dialogue together.

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