humans are awesome! a kid's guide to staying smarter than AI by cal lopez

In an age where kids interact with AI daily (through voice assistants, learning apps, and games) how do we help them understand their own irreplaceable value? Humans are Awesome! answers this question with humor, heart, and hero-worthy adventures.

What if your child discovered they have superpowers that no AI can match?

Through the delightful journey of becoming a "Computer Brain Safety Hero," children ages 5-11 learn about their five incredible human superpowers:

The Feelings Detector (real empathy)
The Imagination Machine (true creativity)
The Gut Feeling Guardian (intuition)
The Change Champion (adaptability)
The Right-and-Wrong Radar (conscience)

Why Parents Love This Book:

✓ Explains AI in kid-friendly terms (the "copycat chess player" analogy is genius!)

✓ Teaches essential digital safety without fear-mongering

✓ Celebrates what makes kids uniquely human

✓ Includes fun activities and "Try This!" experiments

✓ Features vibrant illustrations that bring concepts to life

Perfect for:

Parents navigating the "my kid talks to Alexa more than me" phase
Teachers looking for digital citizenship resources
Anyone who wants kids to see technology as a tool, not a master
Families seeking screen-time balance strategies
Gift-givers looking for a meaningful, timely present