FAQs

Why do we need Ms. Informed right now?

The digital misinformation crisis is affecting children at younger ages than ever before. Research shows that children ages 9-11 are more susceptible to online misinformation than adults, with accuracy rates starting at just 49.2% when identifying fake content. Kids are spending increasing amounts of time online, getting news and health information from questionable sources, but they're not equipped with the critical thinking skills to evaluate what they encounter.

With AI-generated content growing exponentially and minimal oversight, we're facing an unprecedented challenge. Children who develop poor digital habits early carry them into adolescence and adulthood, making early intervention crucial. Meanwhile, 55% of parents rank online safety as their top concern—even above their children's mental and physical health—yet they lack effective tools to address these fears.

The best defense is giving kids the tools to decipher what is and isn't real. Educational interventions have proven effective, improving accuracy from 49.2% to 68% over time, but current resources are boring, theoretical, and don't translate to real-world application. Ms. Informed fills this critical gap by making digital literacy engaging and practical.

What sets Ms. Informed apart?

Ms. Informed is uniquely designed around how children actually learn best. Research shows that kids in our target age group (8-10) respond to engaging, character-driven narratives with progressive difficulty levels and immediate feedback systems. We marry technology and child psychology to present complex digital literacy concepts in easily digestible, age-appropriate ways.

Unlike educational platforms that isolate children or parental controls that simply block content, we prioritize collaborative learning. Our co-op modes enable kids to play with their parents and extended families, bringing multi-generational digital literacy into the 21st century. Features like our Extended Family Plan allow up to 8 family members across multiple households to participate, with video calling integration so children can solve cases with grandparents.

Ms. Informed isn't just a game—it's a movement to empower families with the tools they need to thrive in our digital world. Together, we can ensure that the next generation grows up not just as digital natives, but as digital citizens.

Who is working on Ms. Informed?

We have a growing team of experts combining gaming industry veterans, child development specialists, and digital literacy professionals. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures that Ms. Informed is both educationally sound and genuinely engaging for children and families.

Please check our About page for detailed information about our team members and their expertise.

Can I download the app now?

Unfortunately, not yet! We're currently in the fundraising phase to build Ms. Informed with the quality and features it deserves.

However, you can sign up to be a beta tester once the app is built! Beta families will get early access to test core gameplay mechanics and provide feedback that shapes the final product.

Sign up now to secure your spot and be among the first families to experience Ms. Informed's digital detective adventures!

I’d like to work with you! How can I reach you?

That's fantastic! We're always looking for passionate individuals and organizations who share our mission of empowering families with digital literacy skills.

Whether you're interested in:

  • Joining our team as we expand

  • Exploring partnership opportunities

  • Investing in our mission

  • Providing expert consultation

  • Collaborating on content development

Please fill out our contact form to get in touch. We'll respond promptly and would love to discuss how we can work together to build the future of family digital education.

Sources

¹ "Children, Parents, and Misinformation on Social Media" - ArXiv Research Study

² "What is fake news and misinformation?" - Internet Matters, 2025

³ "Parenting Kids in the Age of Screens" - Pew Research Center, 2024

⁴ "New Survey Data: Parents' Fear for Children's Online Safety" - ECPAT International, 2024

⁵ "Millennials are the most tech-saturated generation of parents yet" - Washington Post, 2019

⁶ "Serious educational games for children: A comprehensive framework" - PMC, 2024

⁷ "Game-based learning in early childhood education: systematic review" - Frontiers in Psychology, 2024