Ages 9-12: Independent Thinkers
Build, Create,
and Think Big
AI tools that help you write, brainstorm, and build amazing projects—with smart guardrails built in.
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Tools designed for kids ready to take on bigger challenges.
Write longer essays and reports
Develop your ideas, organize your thoughts, and write projects you're proud of with AI support.
Brainstorm creative project ideas
Get help thinking through science fair projects, art ideas, or anything you want to create.
Learn coding and problem-solving
Start learning how to code with step-by-step help that breaks down complex ideas.
Research topics that interest you
Dive deep into subjects you care about—from space to sports to history and beyond.
Building Independence, Safely
Ages 9-12 are ready for more freedom—but still benefit from smart boundaries.
Develops critical thinking
Encourages kids to evaluate ideas and think independently
Strengthens writing skills
Helps organize thoughts and express ideas clearly
Builds confidence
Empowers kids to tackle bigger, more ambitious projects
Guardrails That Grow With Them
More freedom than ages 5-9, with protections still in place
Age-appropriate responses
Adjusted for 9-12 maturity level
Parent visibility
Monitor what they're working on and learning
Content boundaries
Block specific topics if needed
Usage limits
Set healthy screen time boundaries
Ready to Build Something Great?
Join kids ages 9-12 using Otto to bring their biggest ideas to life.
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