Critical Thinking Simulator: Building 21st Century Skills

Developed with Stanford, our groundbreaking platform combines interactive storytelling with AI-guided deliberation to help children ages 3–9 develop crucial reasoning skills, empathy, and decision-making abilities in an engaging environment.

The First AI Learning Platform for Elementary Critical Thinking

The Critical Thinking Simulator is revolutionizing how children develop reasoning skills. This innovative platform puts young learners in “What Would You Do?” scenarios where they explore perspectives, reflect on decisions, and build crucial life skills.

Co-developed with Stanford, the simulator seamlessly integrates critical thinking with social-emotional learning in a format children love.

Key Features That Make Learning Fun and Effective

Interactive Storytelling

Children make choices for characters, shaping storylines and practicing decision-making in realistic scenarios that mirror everyday challenges.

Research-based, AI-Powered Deliberation

Trained with 200+ pieces of research, characters present diverse viewpoints, encouraging children to evaluate arguments, consider others' perspectives, and justify their reasoning.

Guided Moderation

Characters model inclusive communication, asks reflective questions, and facilitates collaborative dialogue to deepen engagement.

Content That Connects and Engages

100+ Engaging Stories

Each 2-3 minute animated story aligns with SEL pillars, exploring relatable topics like teamwork, empathy, emotional regulation, resilience, and environmental care.

Diverse Characters

Stories feature recurring animal and human characters from various backgrounds, making learning accessible and relatable for all children.

Teacher Integration

Educators can use these videos to guide discussions and reinforce learning outcomes.

Familiar Settings

Scenarios take place in recognizable environments like classrooms, homes, and playgrounds to help children connect stories to their own experiences.

Developed with Stanford & Harvard Expertise

Research-Backed Methodology

Co-created with Dr. Alice Siu, an expert in deliberative democracy and critical thinking, our platform combines cutting-edge AI with established educational frameworks.

Aligns with the CASEL Framework of SEL’s five pillars
Incorporates the Deliberative Quality Index methodology
Leverages evidence-based game design principles
Designed to reflect diverse cultural, social, and emotional experiences

Unlock Your Child’s Potential with Our Engaging Critical Thinking Simulator

Growth Mindset:

Resilience and Perseverance

Encourages overcoming failure, igniting passion, and strengthening willpower to build resilience and a positive outlook.

Better Together:

Team and Relationships

Builds skills in cohesion, reciprocity, and communication to foster stronger connections and effective collaboration.

Self-Care:

Hygiene, Mental & Physical Health

Promotes managing stress, maintaining exercise routines, and adopting healthy nutrition habits for overall well-being.

Sustainability:

Discipline and Environmental Care

Encourages overcoming failure, igniting passion, and strengthening willpower to build resilience and a positive outlook.

Feelings & Emotions:

Managing and Expressing Feelings

Focuses on handling anger, fear, and loss, while developing empathy and the ability to express emotions appropriately.

Backed by Experts

Dr. Alice Siu

Stanford Senior Research Scholar, Board Member at Generation Lab

Associate Director, Stanford Deliberative Democracy Lab | Board Member, Close Up Foundation

Stanford, CA USA

Dr. Michael H. Levine

Renowned ECE & Media Executive

Chief of Learning and Impact, Noggin, Paramount | Chief Knowledge Officer, Sesame Workshop

USA

Dr. Alexandra Chen

UN, World Bank Advisor, WEF Speaker

Renowned researcher, children’s cognitive functioning, Ph.D, A.B., A.M., Ed.M., Harvard

Asia, Middle East, Africa, USA, UK

Christine Ma-Lau

Founder and Chairperson, Character Education Foundation

Founder and Principal, JEMS Character Academy • Adjunct Professor, Education University of Hong Kong

Asia, Middle East, Africa, USA, UK

Preparing Students for Real-World Challenges

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Critical Thinking Development

Students improve reasoning, decision-making, and reflective thinking skills by evaluating arguments, justifying choices, and considering diverse perspectives.

2

Diverse Characters

Stories feature recurring animal and human characters from various backgrounds, making learning accessible and relatable for all children.

3

Increased Student Agency

Encourages confidence in expressing opinions, making thoughtful decisions, and taking personal responsibility with an ethical approach to problem-solving.

4

Academic and SEL Alignment

Strengthens verbal reasoning, opinion formation, and communication skills while aligning with SEL benchmarks to prepare students for success in school and life.