University of Cambridge: Think Big: Artificial Intelligence

Author: Dr Nomisha Kurian

Science & technology: general interest (Children's / Teenage)

Published on 12 February 2026 by Nosy Crow Ltd in the United Kingdom as part of 'the University of Cambridge: Think Big' series.

Paperback | 32 pages
289 x 251 x 8 | 242g

Big ideas for curious minds are simply explained in this fascinating first introduction to artificial intelligence.

Who invented the first artificial intelligence? How do machines listen without ears? And can I use artificial intelligence to talk to my pets? Learn what artificial intelligence is and how it works as you explore its impact on the environment, society and even our own bodies. Discover how artificial intelligence is used all around you, from smartphones and search engines to cars and prosthetic limbs, and how it might be used in the future! Fun, conversational text breaks down complex ideas so they are accessible to young readers.

Created in consultation with experts from the University of Cambridge. Colourful and dynamic illustrations bring abstract concepts to life.

For more big ideas, don't miss other titles in the series: Think Big: Secrets of Bees, Think Big: The Speed of Light