The Book: How Seniors Learn AI
Stay safer online, save time, & feel more confident with technology, all without becoming a tech expert.
Who This Book Is For
This book is for older adults and the people who love them. If you can send an email, look at Facebook, or use your phone’s camera, you have all the skills you need to start.
It’s also for caregivers, adult children, and organizations who want a gentle, trustworthy way to learn AI for everyday use.
“You do not need to “catch up” to the whole world. You just need a clear, friendly guide. That’s what this book is for.”
– Dan Wilson
What You'll Learn
Your safety is our priority. We reinforce the book and the AI tools it discusses are meant to help explain things and offer guidance, not replace doctors, lawyers, or financial professionals. For important health, legal, or money decisions, always check with a qualified expert you trust.
Chapter 6
🚶♂️
Taking Your First Steps with AI
Chapter 9
🧩
AI that Adapts to You
Chapter 11
🛑
Detecting Scams
Chapter 13
📄
Simplifying Official Letters
Chapter 16
🩺
Using AI for Health
Chapter 31
🛠️
Using AI for Health
Chapter 33
🎬
Finding Movies, Music & Books You’ll Enjoy
Chapter 39
✈️
AI as Your Trip Planner
Plus 5 Chapters on:
📖
Your life story, saved for loved ones
Designed From the Ground Up for Seniors
Physical Design Features
- Large 8.5" × 11" format : Lies flat while you practice
- Large print text: Easier on the eyes
- High-contrast visuals: Clear screenshots with arrows
- Generous spacing: Never feels cramped or rushed
- Wide margins: Space for your notes and ideas
- 387 pages: Room to explain things properly, one step at a time
Content Design Features
- Step-by-step examples to copy: Less typing, more learning!
- Practice exercises under 10 minutes: Quick wins
- Safety reminders: What to share, what to keep private
- Real-world tasks: How to use your new AI helper every day
- Easy to understand tech book: No tech jargon, no assumptions
- Companion workbook available: Free extra content
The Perfect Gift for Your Parent or Loved One
Peace of Mind for You and Them
This book helps reduce the quiet worry many adult children carry.
Teaches parents how to spot scams, suspicious emails, and fake messages
Encourages safer technology habits without fear or intimidation
Gives them a “second opinion” tool so they don’t feel rushed or pressured
Helps you worry less about them clicking the wrong thing or being taken advantage of
Promotes Real Independence (Not Risky Independence)
The book shows how technology can support independence, not replace judgment.
Helps parents understand letters, emails, and instructions on their own
Reduces reliance on children for every small tech or writing task
Builds confidence step by step, at their pace
Reinforces clear limits so they know when to ask for human help
A Useful Gift They’ll Actually Use
Unlike gadgets or novelty gifts, this one keeps giving.
Written in plain English, not tech jargon
Designed for seniors who are curious but cautious
Practical examples they can use word for word
Becomes a reference they return to again and again
See Inside the Book
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Table of Contents
AI that Adapts to You
Staying Safe Online
How To Get Better Answers
Using AI for Health
Fixing Technology Problems
Is This Book Right For You?
Perfect for you if:
- You want to learn AI but feel "not techy enough"
- You're worried about scams and online safety
- You're managing health info for yourself or a loved one
- You want to stay independent and handle tasks yourself
- You've tried other tech guides and felt lost
- You can text and check email, but AI feels like a big leap
- You want step-by-step instructions with pictures and aids
✗ What you DON'T need:
- Tech expertise or background
- Special equipment (smartphone/tablet is enough)
- Computer science knowledge
- To be "good with technology"
- To buy software or subscriptions
- To give away personal information
- To understand "how AI works" technically
Common Questions About the Book
Is this too advanced or too basic for me?
If you can text your grandkids and check Facebook, you have enough skills to start. We assume you’re intelligent but new to AI. The book starts with absolute basics and builds gradually. Advanced readers appreciate the deeper explanations.
Would this be a good gift for retired parents?
Instead of another sweater or gadget, this book gives retired parents something meaningful to do. It keeps their brains active, helps them feel more confident with modern technology, and shows how AI can make everyday life easier.
How do seniors learn technology for indepence through the How Seniors Learn AI book?
The How Seniors Learn AI book helps seniors stay independent by showing them how to use technology as a daily helper, not a replacement for people.
Instead of teaching complicated computer skills, the book focuses on real-life situations where AI can save time, reduce confusion, and build confidence.
Look Inside the Book to understand some of the ways we help.
What goes into making an easy-to-understand tech book?
The author brings over 25 years of experience learning, using, and teaching technology around the world. Most tech books are written by technologists who love technology for its own sake. As a result, they often explain things in too much detail, use unnecessary jargon, and focus on what the technology does instead of why an everyday person would want to use it.
This book takes a different approach. It’s written in plain English, free of buzzwords and overly complex explanations, and focused on real-life usefulness. Every concept is tied to a practical reason, with clear examples and demonstrations you can use word for word. The goal is simple: help you start using AI confidently in your daily life right away.
Do I need to buy special software or subscriptions?
No. The book teaches you to use free AI tools. No subscriptions required, no software to purchase. Everything works with free accounts.
What if I get stuck or have questions?
Join our free Facebook group where seniors help each other. You can also consider private coaching sessions for one-on-one help.
Can I try it before buying?
Yes. Download Part 1 right now for free to see if our approach works for you. Many libraries also carry the book, so you can check it out before buying.
Is my information safe?
The book covers what NEVER to share with AI. Every chapter includes clear privacy reminders. You stay in control of what you share.
How is this different from YouTube videos or free online guides?
This is designed specifically for seniors. It has large print, lies flat while you work, and can be used without going online. The curriculum is organized so your skills build step by step. You can make notes, go at your own pace, and quickly find sections again.
Will this work with my [iPhone/Android/tablet]?
Yes. The instructions work with any smartphone or tablet. We show you how to adapt for your specific device.
What if I make a mistake?
The book expects mistakes and tells you exactly what to do when they happen. You cannot break anything; AI tools are safe to experiment with. Mistakes are treated as a normal and helpful part of learning.
Beyond the Book
Download the Free Companion Workbook
The workbook includes all the long prompts from this book so you can copy them easily while you practice. You’ll also find checklists, templates, and extra pages to help you stay organized.
Join the Online Community
Join our free Facebook group, HowSeniorsLearnAI, a friendly place for seniors, caregivers, and friends to learn AI together. Beginners, dabblers, and helpers are all welcome.
Take a Course
Want to go a little deeper? Try one of our courses. You can choose a self-led class or an instructor-led one, so you get just the right amount of guidance.
Where to Purchase
Large-Print, Large Format Paperback
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