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Dr. M. K. Pour, DBA, MS, MBA is an educator, author, and publishing leader with a lifelong passion for learning and knowledge sharing. Throughout his academic career, he has been deeply committed to helping students develop strong analytical and critical thinking skills-an approach that continues to shape his work today. His professional life has been dedicated to advancing research, education, and ethical knowledge dissemination across disciplines. Over the course of his scholarly publishing career, he has authored and/or edited numerous peer-reviewed articles and books, including his 10-volume reference work, Encyclopedia of Modern Artificial Intelligence. In addition, he has served as Editor-in-Chief or founding Editor-in-Chief of many respected academic journals, contributing significantly to the global scholarly community. Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. M. K. Pour is also a devoted father of two young children. As both a longtime professor and a parent, he understands the challenges families face in preparing children for a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence (AI). While children hear about AI every day, many lack a clear, age-appropriate understanding of what it is, how it works, and how it should be used responsibly. The Journey of Jason the Frog(TM) series was created from this dual perspective-as an educator and as a parent. The books are designed to spark curiosity, strengthen intellectual independence, and encourage children to think critically while learning about geography, technology, and the real-world applications of AI. Dr. M. K. Pour believes that AI should empower children-not replace their thinking-and that true preparation for the future begins with nurturing young minds to question, explore, and learn.

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In The Journey of Jason the Frog(TM) AI Robot to Nashville, young readers join Jason the Frog, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robot frog, on a musical adventure to the heart of Music City. From the Grand Ole Opry and lively honky-tonks to historic neighborhoods, famous musicians, sports traditions, and Southern comfort foods, Jason the Frog explores what makes Nashville a city full of rhythm and creativity. Along the way, readers learn about Nashville's geography, history, transportation, landmarks, neighborhoods, colleges, celebrations, and local customs-while also discovering kid-friendly facts about AI and how it works. Filled with engaging storytelling, clear definitions, fun facts, quiz questions, and an interactive activity, this book makes learning about science, nature, culture, and technology exciting and accessible for children.