Brief Description
An easy-to-grasp introduction to coding concepts for kids. Coding For Kids For Dummies breaks coding into a series of small projects, each designed to teach elementary-to-middle-school-aged students a core concept to build a game, application, or other tool. In this his hands-on, friendly guide readers will get access to a leading coding tool that has been designed specifically for kids, showing them how to create the projects provided in the book as well as how to implement them into their own creative work.
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An easy-to-grasp introduction to coding concepts for kids
Coding For Kids For Dummies breaks coding into a series of small projects, each designed to teach elementary-to-middle-school-aged students a core concept to build a game, application, or other tool. In this his hands-on, friendly guide readers will get access to a leading coding tool that has been designed specifically for kids, showing them how to create the projects provided in the book as well as how to implement them into their own creative work.
Written by a teacher and leading advocate of coding education, Coding For Kids For Dummies explains to kids in plain English how to apply the math and logic skills they already have to the subject of coding. In no time, they'll be grasping basic coding concepts, completing their very own technical feats, and arming themselves with the computer science experience and know-how to prepare for a future working with technology.
- Lay-flat binding allows for easy access as students work on projects
- Full-color, large-print design make the information more approachable to kids
- Kids interested in computer science get a competitive edge
- The author has dedicated her career to enhancing coding and other STEM education in schools
If you're a student who wants to learn coding, a parent who wants to help your kid pursue an interest in coding, or a teacher who is in need of a supplemental course book for your computer science class, Coding For Kids For Dummies has you covered.
On the Back Cover
- Create Games and Apps
- Customize Your Projects
- Learn Real Coding Skills
A coding book for kids!
Do you know how to write code to create your own computer games and applications? This book shares 15 projects designed to teach the basics of coding while you follow step-by-step projects. When you're finished, you can proudly brag "I made this!!!"
- Dive right in -- download the MicroWorlds EX trial and start writing simple code
- Make it your own -- add your personal touches to the projects
- Build the skills -- show off new coding and math know-how to your friends, parents, and teachers
FOR KIDS
The fun and easy way for kids to learn new skills on their own!
Or with a little help from friends, family, and teachers.
Review Quotes
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."."informative and easy to understand without feeling like it was condescending.."" (Larger Family Life, August 2015)""Coding For Kids can be used as a source of ideas in its own right.."" (Teach Secondary, November 2015)"It's worth getting the book because the project ideas are quite good... I found the projects not only interesting and innovative, but also with readable instructions!" (ylmp.com, January 2016)
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.."informative and easy to understand without feeling like it was condescending.." (Larger Family Life, August 2015)
"Coding For Kids can be used as a source of ideas in its own right.." (Teach Secondary, November 2015)
"It's worth getting the book because the project ideas are quite good... I found the projects not only interesting and innovative, but also with readable instructions!" (ylmp.com, January 2016)
