So fun fact, it’s very hard to find a podcast episode about kids’ learning and attention without it being centered around kids with ADHD. So instead, I wanted to share some podcasts about alternative ways of learning that help us (and our kids) strengthen our brains and executive functions.
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AI is everywhere.
It’s woven into many systems we interact with daily, often quietly in the background, shaping how information, services, and digital tools respond to us. From search engines and virtual assistants to streaming platforms and “listening” smartphones, AI has increasingly taken on tasks that rely on prediction, personalization, and pattern recognition.
AI’s influence is also reshaping what children learn, how they learn, and the teaching methods that are practiced in today’s classroom. A 2026 report found that AI can boost learning when it’s used alongside effective teaching, expanding access to students with disabilities, multilingual learners, and neurodivergence. It can also reduce teacher workload so instructors can give students more individualized attention. However, without clear safeguards, AI could reduce student agency, weaken meaningful learning, and hinder their emotional well‑being.
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We are definitely aware that too much screen time is bad for our kids. We’re familiar with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommendations and attempt to follow them, sort of. But if your kid has ever complained about being bored, or if you are in a busy place and your kid is inconsolable, you know that the tablet, smartphone, or TV screen is your trusty go-to remedy.
And then 2020 happened. TV, movies, games, and remote learning were our saving grace from quarantine. Now that our society is re-establishing a new norm, what does this mean for children regarding screen time? Has anything changed?
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Child(ish) Advice 