Journey Into AI

This worksheet is designed for Grades 4, 5, and 6 to introduce students to artificial intelligence as the “brain” behind modern technology. Through an age-appropriate informational passage and comprehension questions, learners build reading comprehension, technology literacy, and critical thinking skills while exploring how AI allows machines to learn, make decisions, and act independently instead of simply following fixed instructions.

Learning Goals

• Informational Text Comprehension (Grades 4-6)
  Students read a clear, engaging passage explaining what AI is and how it works.
• Understanding AI Functions
  Learners identify key concepts such as learning, adaptation, decision-making, and smart behavior.
• Distinguishing AI from Robots
  Activities clarify the difference between physical machines and the intelligence that controls them.
• Recognizing AI in Daily Life
  Students connect concepts to familiar tools like Siri, Alexa, and other smart technologies.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource
  Designed by educators to introduce AI concepts in a student-friendly, accessible way.
• Strong Foundational Focus
  Ideal for students who are new to artificial intelligence and digital systems.
• Clear Vocabulary Support
  Reinforces essential AI terms through guided questions and examples.
• Flexible Classroom Use
  Works well in ELA, science, technology, or digital literacy lessons.

This printable worksheet helps students build foundational knowledge of artificial intelligence while strengthening reading comprehension and critical thinking. By exploring how AI acts as the “brain” behind modern devices, learners gain a clearer understanding of how technology works in their everyday lives. It’s a practical, no-prep resource that fits easily into both classroom and homeschool settings while supporting early AI and STEM literacy.

This worksheet is part of our The Difference Between Robots and AI Worksheets collection.