TinkerTales

This innovative dual-format AI literacy platform combines NFC-embedded physical storytelling pieces with a mobile app featuring conversational AI to teach K-2 students proper human-AI collaboration skills. The platform addresses the critical gap in early childhood AI education by positioning children as active collaborators with AI systems rather than passive consumers. The hybrid physical-digital approach leverages familiar play patterns through tactile game board format while introducing advanced AI collaboration concepts through co-creation of stories. The project aims to create a market-ready MVP featuring enhanced AI agents with reading comprehension capabilities, commercial-grade NFC storytelling components, comprehensive user studies validation, and parent customization interfaces for institutional deployment.