When to Ask a Grown-up

A trusted grown-up is a parent, teacher, or family member who listens and helps you stay safe. Know who yours are.

AI does not think or decide on its own — people program it. If you wonder how AI works, ask a grown-up and they can explore it with you.

AI can be helpful, but for important decisions, trust the people who love you. A parent or teacher understands your situation better than AI.

There is no bad question. Asking a grown-up about AI, the internet, or anything that worries you is always the right thing to do.

AI is new, and grown-ups are learning about it too! You can learn together. Share what you discover with each other.

If you are unsure whether something is okay — like sharing a picture or clicking a link — always ask first. Better safe than sorry.

A teacher might help with AI for school. A parent helps with AI at home. You might have different trusted adults for different situations.

If your friend sees something bad online or is being bullied, help them tell a grown-up. Being a good friend means looking out for each other.

Every family and school has rules about technology. If you do not know the rules, ask! Grown-ups set rules to keep you safe.

Asking for help shows that you are smart and responsible, not weak. The smartest people ask questions and seek help when they need it.

Some kids worry they will get in trouble for asking about something they saw online. You will not — grown-ups want to help you.

If AI gives you an answer you do not understand, ask a grown-up to explain it. They can help you figure out what AI meant.

Ask a grown-up when AI is confusing, wrong, or unsafe. Ask before downloading, sharing info, or making big decisions. Asking is always smart.

AI can be wrong. If an answer does not sound right, check with a grown-up. They can help you find the correct information.

If you see something scary, mean, or weird on the internet or from AI, stop and tell a grown-up right away. You will not get in trouble.

If a website, app, or person asks for your name, address, or password, do not give it. Tell a grown-up first.

Always ask a grown-up before downloading a new app or AI tool. They can check if it is safe and appropriate for you.

If AI ever suggests something dangerous, hurtful, or that breaks rules, stop using it and tell a grown-up right away.

For important things like homework help or finding information for a project, check AI's answers with a grown-up or teacher.

If a friend shows you AI-created content that seems inappropriate or fake, tell a grown-up. They can help you understand it.