Google Research and the Stanford Accelerator for Learning announced “Polar Peaks,” the third lesson in Google’s AI Quests series. The interactive quest is designed for students ages 11 to 14 and places them in the role of researchers mapping the human brain with artificial intelligence.

In the quest, students scan and map neurons to investigate a game character’s memory loss. Along the way, they complete activities involving data cleaning and model testing. Google says the lesson emphasizes human oversight and critical thinking when using AI.

“Polar Peaks” is inspired by Google’s stated work in connectomics, the study of mapping neural networks in the brain. After completing the quest, students hear from two researchers involved in Google’s neuroscience work, including research on mapping the fruit fly brain.

Google also announced new teacher training modules intended to support classroom use of AI Quests and discussion of AI literacy concepts. The modules are being released through the Google AI Educator Series. Training for the first two quests is available, while the module for “Polar Peaks” is scheduled by Google to follow the next month.

According to Google, more than 400,000 AI Quests have been completed in 10 languages. The company’s first two quests focused on flood forecasting and eye disease detection. Google also said AI Quests received two education awards earlier in 2026.