Raising children who can thrive anywhere.
A free letter for parents of 5- to 12-year-olds about raising curious, independent kids in the age of AI. From two parents who have travelled to more than 120 countries, and who are still learning every day.
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What you'll read here
Short, honest letters you can read in a few minutes and use the same evening.
- Kids and AI at homeWhat to allow, what to teach, and what to keep human.
- Independent thinkersCuriosity, judgment, and the confidence to ask a good question.
- A wider worldWhat 120+ countries taught us about raising adaptable children.
- Parents who keep learningHow we learn AI from scratch, so you don't have to feel left behind.
Who's writing
We're Marquis and Cynthia, parents and educators. Between us we have travelled to more than 120 countries, including one journey together that lasted more than 240 days.
Now we're raising our five-year-old daughter, Yoyo, in Spain, and asking the question every parent is asking: what will our children need in a world that AI is changing so fast?
What you can count on
Only real stories
We write about what actually happened in our family and our travels. We never invent moments to make a point.
Clear limits
We share ideas from one family's experience. We don't give medical, legal, psychological or financial advice.
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Come along with us
One letter at a time, for parents who want their children ready for the world, and for whatever comes next.
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