Why Kids Should Learn to Train AI Models Instead of Just Using AI Tools

In today’s digital world, children are immersed in AI-driven experiences. From semi-autonomous Tesla vehicles to Non-Player Characters (NPCs) in video games and recommendation engines on platforms like Netflix and YouTube, AI is shaping how we live and interact with technology. Many students have already experimented with tools like ChatGPT and other generative AI systems.

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To genuinely prepare elementary school children for an AI-driven future, it’s not enough to simply expose them to AI tools—they must also develop an understanding of how these technologies work and, most importantly, learn how to create with them.

When the internet revolutionized technology, tools like Scratch introduced coding to school-aged children, providing them with real technical skills from a young age. Yet, as we enter the age of AI, a comparable leap in AI education has not yet occurred. Current efforts often focus on teaching children broad AI concepts or how to label data for model training. While these are valuable, they fall short of equipping children with the technical skills and understanding necessary to actively build and innovate with AI.

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This is why Gaimes Lab was founded: to equip elementary school students with the technical skills to build, train, and evaluate AI models—all within a video-game environment that taps into kids’ natural affinity for play and exploration.

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5 Reasons Why Kids Should Learn to Train AI Models with Gaimes Lab

1. Builds Critical Thinking in AI Training

   Training AI models helps kids analyze problems and experiment with solutions, developing essential problem-solving skills.

   
   

2. Demystifies AI for Kids

   Kids learn how AI models work, building confidence and inspiring curiosity to create rather than just consume technology.

   
   

3. Prepares Kids for AI-Focused Careers

   AI expertise is in high demand. Learning to train AI models prepares kids for the AI-centric job market of tomorrow.

   
   

4. Makes Learning Fun Through AI Games

   At Gaimes Lab, kids train AI models that control video game charachters, keeping them engaged while mastering complex concepts.

   
   

5. Sparks Creativity in AI Projects

   Training AI models allows kids to innovate and bring their unique ideas to life.

   
   

Start Your Child's AI Journey Today

Help your child become an AI creator. Visit Gaimes Lab to book a demo or learn more about our video-game-based AI education program.