Every weekend teach 1 thing!

Introducing children to technology as creators rather than just consumers can be a truly rewarding experience. Over the past few months, I’ve had the joy of guiding a young learner—my 9-year-old niece—through the fascinating process of digital creativity. Starting with vibe coding in Canva gave her the foundation to explore design, but the real fun began when we animated her own creations. One of the highlights was animating a depiction of her morning routine, aptly titled "Aliyah's Morning Routine." This project showcased her vivid imagination and ability to bring everyday moments to life using cutting-edge AI tools. By leveraging Google Whisk (soon to transition to Google Flow), she crafted unique images, which we then enhanced using Kling.ai to add movement and dialogue. To make the scenes more cinematic, I used ChatGPT to generate creative prompts about camera angles and storytelling flow. From my experience, these tools are incredibly child-friendly and encourage imagination. For parents or guardians curious about replicating this kind of learning, it’s best to start small—perhaps a simple animation or story—and then gradually introduce AI-based enhancements. This creates a rewarding learning loop where children feel empowered as digital creators. Moreover, using platforms like Google Whisk and Kling.ai helps teach vital skills like digital literacy, storytelling, and basic animation, which are increasingly essential in today's tech-driven world. Encouraging kids to create can build confidence and give them a sense of accomplishment while preparing them for future opportunities. If you’re interested in trying this approach, begin with free or trial versions of these apps, create small projects, and make the learning fun and iterative. Watching a child’s creativity blossom through such activities is truly an inspiring journey.