Evaluating AI in Children's Toys

This chapter explores innovative AI-driven products for children, focusing on Readyland and an interactive AI teddy bear. It critically assesses the effectiveness, safety, and implications of using AI for storytelling in children's literature while highlighting concerns about the reliability of AI guardrails. Through discussions and personal anecdotes, the chapter raises skepticism about the future viability of these high-cost AI toys in fostering genuine engagement and safety.