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Changes

What changed, why it matters, and the new words we are learning together.

AI is named and explained throughout

2026-02-12
AITransparency

Buttons now say "AI" instead of "magic." Each AI feature shows which model is running (e.g. GPT Image for pictures, Haiku 4.5 for grading). If the AI changes a picture request for safety, WildReader shows what changed instead of hiding it. The parent guide and privacy policy now list all AI services used.

Builder note: Three commits in one morning: renamed magic→AI in UI, centralized model config in lib/ai-models.ts for consistent attribution, and made prompt sanitization edits visible instead of euphemistic.
Terms we used
Prompt sanitizationPractice

A safety filter that adjusts a picture request before sending it to the AI. Now you can see when it happens.

Model attributionPractice

Saying which AI model produced a result, so you know what's doing the work.

Changes page is live

2026-02-12
Transparency

This page. We now track what changed and explain new terms as we go.

Builder note: Pattern adapted from WBZero's changelog. Added to the CB oss-template as a recipe.
Terms we used
ChangelogPractice

A timeline of updates so you can see what changed and when.

Terms we usedPractice

A small glossary that explains new words as we introduce them.

Studio Prep, spatial canvas, and flashcard decks

2026-02-11
StudioGames

Studio Prep helps parents build a game plan with or without AI before kids play. The game layout switched from a rigid grid to a flexible canvas. Flashcard decks let you create a deck once and play it four different ways.

Builder note: Three features merged the same day: Studio Prep (AI-assisted game config), ReactFlow spatial canvas replacing CSS grid, and flashcard deck system with quiz/speed/SRS/review modes.
Terms we used
Studio PrepInternal

A guided setup step that organizes the game before it starts.

Our name for the setup flow.

Mastery weightingPractice

Cards you are still learning appear more often than ones you already know.

Playground and Workshop

2026-02-08
GamesUI

The app split into two areas: the Workshop where parents configure games, and the Playground where kids play them. Added a spaced-review engine and typing drills.

Builder note: Refactored single page into Workshop (config) and Playground (games). Added SRS review engine for flashcards.
Terms we used
Spaced repetitionPractice

A study method that spaces out review so you practice just before you'd forget.

Image generation with credits

2026-02-05
AIImages

Kids can describe a picture and AI generates it using GPT Image (OpenAI). Parents control a credit allowance, or can bring their own API key for unlimited generation.

Builder note: Credits stored per user, purchased via Stripe ($5/100 or $10/225). New users get 10 free. BYOK supports OpenAI or OpenRouter keys.
Terms we used
CreditsPractice

A small allowance that limits how many AI images can be created.

BYOKPractice

Bring Your Own Key — use your own AI account instead of credits.

GPT ImageTool

OpenAI's image generation AI. The service that draws pictures from your child's descriptions.

Chosen for COPPA compliance — OpenAI provides a compliance path for child-directed apps.