★ Authored by Ryuta Minami, Associate Professor at Wayo Women's University and former journalist for Kyodo News, who brings both academic expertise and real-world tech analysis experience from a major telecommunications think tank.
★ Designed specifically for teens aged 13+, this manga-style guide uses dialogues between "Alice the Generative AI Fairy" and Haruto, a middle school boy, to seamlessly integrate AI knowledge into relatable school life scenarios—making learning fun and accessible for Gen Z.
★ Covers over 20 mainstream generative AI tools including ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Gemini, helping young "AI natives" develop essential questioning skills and critical judgment.
★ Addresses common parental concerns like "AI cheating," "over-reliance," and "copyright issues," teaching kids how to use AI to deepen their thinking rather than becoming slaves to the tool.

Asking generative AI for advice is now part of everyday life for middle school students.
As a personal learning coach! As a friend you can tell anything!
This super beginner's guide helps you avoid the trap of thinking "I'll just ask AI" and learn how to use it to deepen your thoughts.

★ Can you trust AI answers directly?
★ How can you use AI to enrich your studies without cheating?
★ What makes a "good question (prompt)" that draws out great ideas?
★ With so many generative AIs, how do you choose the right one?
★ Using AI for English learning is essential!
★ Is it true people fall in love with overly kind AIs?
★ Could AI-generated art infringe copyright?

This beginner's book for middle schoolers lets readers learn how to use generative AI while following conversations between Haruto, a second-year middle school student, and Alice, an AI fairy who suddenly appears on his phone.
Through everyday scenarios—studying for tests, homework, friendships, school events, love troubles—readers discover how to solve problems with generative AI while learning proper usage and precautions.

Nowadays, it's common for middle and high schoolers to casually consult ChatGPT, Gemini, and other AIs about their worries or studies. But many adults worry: Are kids cheating by having AI do their homework? Are they becoming overly dependent, thinking "I'll just ask AI"?
This book teaches readers how to make AI work for them, what situations lead to "over-dependence" or trouble, and the "essential ways of using AI" that remain unchanged no matter how the technology evolves.
Perfect as the "first book on generative AI" for middle and high schoolers who will grow up alongside AI as true "AI natives"!

【Characters】
Haruto: A second-year middle schooler who just got his first smartphone. Loves games and anime. Wanted to have fun with his phone but got strict rules from his parents.
Alice: A generative AI fairy who suddenly appears on Haruto's phone. Friendly and a bit nosy. She came from the future to teach Haruto how to use generative AI!?
Kenta: Haruto's childhood friend and classmate. A bit pushy but kind-hearted.
Yui: Haruto's high school freshman sister. Last year, she successfully got into her dream school using study methods that skillfully incorporated generative AI.

【Main Generative AI Featured】
ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Grok, Perplexity, Microsoft Copilot, Genspark, Suno, Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, Bing Image Creator, Adobe Firefly, Sora, Runway, NotebookLM and more

Ryuta Minami
Associate Professor at the Faculty of AI Life Design, Wayo Women's University. Former journalist for Kyodo News, graduate of Tokyo University of Foreign Studies.
Engages in generative AI research and education aimed at fostering new discoveries and business development. Writes articles on technology trends including generative AI for platforms like Yahoo! News and NewsPicks. Conducted research and analysis on cutting-edge technology trends such as AI, space, and brain science at a major telecommunications think tank. Also serves as representative of the Japan chapter of the World Futures Studies Federation (headquartered in Paris), promoting "futures studies and futures literacy."
Major publications include "Global IT World Map," "Common Sense of Generative AI," "Illustrated Guide to the Latest Space Development Industry Trends and Mechanisms," "Latest AI/5G/IC Industry Research," "Latest Electronic Components Industry Research," "Illustrated Guide to Foreigners' Common Sense," and translated work "Futures Studies."

Introduction ......2
Suddenly Appearing from My Phone...!? ......4
Characters ......11

Tutorial
ChatGPT Account Registration ......12
About Generative AI Other Than ChatGPT ......14
How Generative AI Generates Answers ......15
Precautions When Using Generative AI ......16

Chapter 1: Let's Consult Generative AI First!
1 I Want to Kill Time! ......18
2 I Fought with My Friend! ......26
3 I Want to Know a Study Method That Suits Me! ......34
4 I Want to Make My Trip the Best Memory Ever! ......43
Let's try! >> Learn About the History of AI! ......52

Chapter 2: Master Generative AI with Magic Prompts
1 I Want to Manage My Allowance Properly! ......54
2 I Can't Find Motivation to Study...! ......65
3 I Want to Overcome My Weakness in History! ......75
4 I Want to Write a Good Book Report! ......85
Let's try! >> Level Up Your Prompts! ......98

Chapter 3: Let's Try Using Different Generative AIs!
1 I Want to Get Closer to My Crush! ......100
2 I Want to Plan a Welcome Party! ......112
3 I Want to Share Information in a Catchy Way! ......126
Let's try! >> Make a Game with GitHub! ......132

Chapter 4: Let's Think About How to Use Generative AI!
1 Could This Be Copyright Infringement? ......134
2 Is It Wrong to Fall in Love with AI? ......142
3 How Is the Paid Version Different? ......152
4 How to Face the Evolution of Generative AI ......161
Parting Is a New Beginning ......170
Keyword Collection to Understand Generative AI Better ......172
Afterword ......188
References ......191