Technology should complement children's learning experiences, not replace the things that matter most in early childhood. Children still need plenty of opportunities to move, explore their senses, interact with others, discover the outdoors, and develop practical life skills through hands-on experiences. Digital tools can spark ideas and introduce new possibilities, but the real learning happens when children get to explore, experiment, create, and put those ideas into action.

At Home: Use technology as a starting point for hands-on discovery! For example, ask an AI tool to suggest simple ideas for building a bridge. Explore the suggestions together, then invite your child to design, build, and test their own bridge using blocks, cardboard, or other materials you have at home. Ask questions like, "Which design do you think will be stronger?" or "What could we change to make it better?" Let your child take the lead, experiment, and discover what works. Remember, technology can give us ideas, but little hands and curious minds bring those ideas to life!