Global Youth AI Storytelling Competition 2026
Ages 5–12Ages 13–18Educators

Global Youth AI Storytelling Competition 2026

Unleash your creativity with AI. Join students worldwide in shaping the future of storytelling.

Find your challengeRead a free story

USD100 for 2 participants · Storybooks & audio included

Illustrated children exploring an imaginative AI storytelling world around an open book
Your imagination. Your story. A global stage.
Entries close 7 November 20268:00 PM (GMT+8) · Live finals 21 November
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Choose your challenge.

Three global challenges. Three ways to shine. Select your age group or educator category to find your task, guide and registration.

Ages 5–12 · Event 1

Create Your Own Ending

Read an official AI literacy storybook, imagine an original alternative ending, and bring it to life in a storytelling presentation video.

Storytelling performance · Creativity & imagination · Communication skills

Register for Event 1Read the official guide

Top 10 finalists advance to the Live Global Finals on 21 November 2026.

View prizes & recognition
  • Top 3 winnersCertificate of Recognition + 30 AI Literacy Illustrated Storybooks
  • Top 4–10 finalistsFinalist Recognition Certificate + 10 AI Literacy Illustrated Storybooks
  • All participantsCertificate of Participation

A storytelling video

3–5 minutes · YouTube link

  • Participant visible in the video
  • Clear audio
  • An original alternative ending
  • Video accessible to the judging panel

Official judging rubrics and detailed technical guidelines are in the event manual.

One registration.
Everything included.

USD$100

For two participants.

Select your category

Questions about individual registration or category combinations? Contact the organisers.

30 digital storybooks

Permanent access to the illustrated AI-themed collection.

30 audio books

Easy listening for storytelling practice.

Competition participation

Join the global storytelling challenge.

Finalist recognition

Official recognition for selected finalists.

Live Final Round access

Selected finalists present to the judging panel.

International community

Connect with young creators worldwide.

A story is a great place to start.

Explore 30 AI Literacy Illustrated Storybooks. Read three complete stories for free, then discover previews from the wider collection.

Explore the library
Explore more storybook previews

The original competition page features the following additional preview covers. Explore the library for the full collection.

AI in Robotics 03 Too Much All At Once
AI in Robotics 03 Too Much All At Once
AI in Robotics 04 A Small White Lie
AI in Robotics 04 A Small White Lie
AI with Vision 02 The Day the Camera Got It Wrong
AI with Vision 02 The Day the Camera Got It Wrong
AI for Humanity 05 The Robot Who Tried Too Hard
AI for Humanity 05 The Robot Who Tried Too Hard
AI in Ethics 04 I Made The City Go Wild
AI in Ethics 04 I Made The City Go Wild
AI in Drones 02 Getting Through to Grandpa
AI in Drones 02 Getting Through to Grandpa
AI in Robotics 05 Sparks Leads the Way
AI in Robotics 05 Sparks Leads the Way
AI for Humanity 03 Don t Erase my Drawing
AI for Humanity 03 Don t Erase my Drawing
AI in Drones 04 The Drones Lost Their Way
AI in Drones 04 The Drones Lost Their Way
AI in Robotics Book 5 The Robot that Taught him Empathy
AI in Robotics Book 5 The Robot that Taught him Empathy
AI in Ethics 05 Fake Is No Fun
AI in Ethics 05 Fake Is No Fun
AI for Sustainability 05 AI Helped Us Saved The Ocean
AI for Sustainability 05 AI Helped Us Saved The Ocean
AI for Humanity 02 AI Can t Love me
AI for Humanity 02 AI Can t Love me
AI for Sustainability 02 Do We Have A Say
AI for Sustainability 02 Do We Have A Say
AI for Sustainability 01 I Can t Fix the Whole Planet
AI for Sustainability 01 I Can t Fix the Whole Planet
AI in Robotics 01 Knock Knock Who s There
AI in Robotics 01 Knock Knock Who s There
AI with Vision 03 The Ghost in the Corridor
AI with Vision 03 The Ghost in the Corridor
AI in Ethics 02 I Used AI to Win the First Prize
AI in Ethics 02 I Used AI to Win the First Prize
AI for Sustainability 03 The Camera Protected the Elephants
AI for Sustainability 03 The Camera Protected the Elephants
AI with Vision 05 There Must Be A Better Way
AI with Vision 05 There Must Be A Better Way
AI for Humanity 04 We Defeated the GLITCH
AI for Humanity 04 We Defeated the GLITCH

From your first idea
to the global stage.

Follow the official competition journey, from registration and preparation to the Global Live Finals.

Start with your challenge
  1. 1

    Register online

    Complete your registration and access the official participant materials.

  2. 2

    Explore the materials

    Read the AI for Humanity stories and competition guides.

  3. 3

    Create your project

    Develop your video, original storybook or lesson plan.

  4. 4

    Submit your entry

    Share your accessible submission link before the deadline.

  5. 5

    Finalist selection

    The international judging panel selects the finalists.

  6. 6

    Global Live Finals

    Selected finalists present live through Zoom and international broadcast.

Dates for your diary.

Registration opens

Open worldwide for all three events.

Submission deadline

8:00 PM (GMT+8).

Finalists announced

8:00 PM (GMT+8).

Global Live Finals

Selected finalists present live.

Official Global Youth AI Storytelling Competition certificate sample

Know the rules.
Make your work count.

Find the official judging rubrics, technical requirements and participant guidance for your event.

Event 1 · Create Your Own EndingEvent 2 · Create Your Own StorybookEvent 3 · Bringing AI Into the Classroom

Participation, finalist and winner recognition are listed in the challenge details. Confirm qualification and delivery arrangements with the organisers.

Meet the judging panel.

Educators and specialists from around the world bring perspectives on storytelling, learning and AI.

Dr. James Ong

Dr. James Ong

Chairman, Artificial Intelligence International Institute (AIII)

Singapore
Dr. Kento Tsutsumi

Dr. Kento Tsutsumi

Associate Professor, Yamaguchi University

Japan
Dr. Oli Buckley

Dr. Oli Buckley

Professor, Loughborough University

United Kingdom
Dr. Walter Barbieri

Dr. Walter Barbieri

Associate Professor, Adelaide University

Australia
Dr. Constantine Andoniou

Dr. Constantine Andoniou

Associate Professor of Education, Abu Dhabi University

United Arab Emirates
Dr. Arifa Zahra

Dr. Arifa Zahra

Assistant Professor, Dubai International Academic City

United Arab Emirates
Dimo Valev

Dimo Valev

Graphic Design Lecturer, Middlesex University Dubai

United Arab Emirates
Timothy Corpuz

Timothy Corpuz

Inclusion Advocate & Research Scientist, Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai

United Arab Emirates
Betty Njeru

Betty Njeru

Early Childhood Educator, Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai

United Arab Emirates
Smita Vaidya

Smita Vaidya

Early Years Teacher, The KAUST School

India
Artificial Intelligence International Institute collaboration image

In collaboration
with AIII.

The Artificial Intelligence International Institute is a Singapore-based AI think tank dedicated to advancing Sustainable AI for Humanity.

Through education and global initiatives, AIII promotes AI literacy and empowers students to understand, use and engage with AI responsibly.

Teachers, help a new
story find its voice.

Just share the competition page. No complicated setup, classroom administration or technical preparation required.

Students and parents can explore the categories, choose their preferred challenge and submit entries independently.

Share via WhatsApp, email or classroom groups. Supporting teachers may receive professional recognition opportunities.

Global Youth AI Storytelling Competition 2026 campaign banner

Share. Students create.
Watch them shine.

Help your students grow in confidence through creativity, communication, storytelling and AI literacy.

Meet our community
James Ong

James Ong

AIII Chairman

Singapore
Winston

Winston

Project Lead, GIEG

Singapore
Jeric Lee

Jeric Lee

Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Positivity Learning Solutions

Singapore
Helen

Helen

Editor

United Kingdom
Kino

Kino

Project Lead (Japan), GIEG

Japan
Cristina

Cristina

Content Writer, GIEG

Philippines
Zena

Zena

Graphic Designer, GIEG

Malaysia
Nazz

Nazz

Video Editor, GIEG

Philippines
Our mission: AI for Humanity

When your child is handed a phone at five years old, TikTok teaches them about AI. We think you should get there first.

The AI For Humanity Illustrated Storybook Series: thirty books that give children their first lesson in AI through stories, values, and the voice of someone who loves them.

Because the first impression lasts a lifetime. And right now, the world is forming it without you.

A few helpful answers.

Choose your challenge, check the official guide, and reach out if you need help.

hello@globalinnovationedu.com
Who is the competition for?

Students aged 5–12 can enter Create Your Own Ending. Students aged 13–18 can enter Create Your Own Storybook. Educators can enter Bringing AI Into the Classroom. Each challenge has its own registration link and official manual.

What is included in registration?

The published package is USD100 for two participants. It includes 30 digital AI-themed storybooks with permanent access, 30 audio books for practice, competition participation, guidelines and access to an international student community. Selected finalists receive access to the Live Final Round. For individual registration or category combinations, contact the organisers.

What are the submission requirements?

Event 1 requires a 3–5 minute storytelling video with the participant visible and clear audio. Event 2 requires a 5–10 page storybook PDF, maximum 10MB, using the official Canva template. Event 3 requires a classroom-ready lesson plan PDF, maximum 10MB. PDF submissions use accessible Google Drive links. Consult the relevant manual for judging rubrics and detailed requirements.

Is the final round conducted live?

Yes. Selected finalists participate in the Global Live Finals on 21 November 2026 through Zoom and an international broadcast experience. Finalists receive additional preparation instructions before the event.

What certificates and recognition are offered?

The event prize lists include a Certificate of Participation for all participants, with additional recognition for winners and finalists. See your chosen event’s prizes and official manual for the relevant recognition. Contact the organisers to confirm participation conditions and certificate delivery.

How can teachers share the competition?

Share the competition page with students and parents through WhatsApp, email or classroom groups. Students and parents can explore the challenges, choose a category and submit independently. Supporting teachers may receive professional recognition opportunities.

Your next chapter
starts here.

Explore creativity, storytelling and AI through an international learning experience.

Choose your challenge