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Coding For Kids For Dummies

by Camille McCue

Book Details

Publisher:John Wiley & Sons
Published:2019-04-30
Pages:374
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

Age Range:4-8

About This Book

A guide for kids who want to learn coding Coding is quickly becoming an essential academic skill, right up there with reading, writing, and arithmetic. This book is an ideal way for young learners ages 8-13 who want more coding knowledge than you can learn in an hour, a day, or a week. Written by a classroom instructor with over a decade of experience teaching technology skills to kids as young as five, this book teaches the steps and logic needed to write code, solve problems, and create fun ga

Our Review

This step-by-step guide offers a comprehensive introduction to computer programming for young learners, breaking down the fundamentals of coding into digestible, manageable projects. Written by an experienced educator, the book focuses on building the logical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for writing code, rather than just teaching specific programming languages. Children will appreciate creating their own simple games and projects as they progress through the lessons, making abstract coding concepts tangible and rewarding. The approach transforms what can seem like a complex technical subject into an accessible creative outlet for middle-grade students.

What sets this resource apart is its emphasis on developing computational thinking that extends beyond the computer screen, teaching kids how to approach challenges systematically. The projects build progressively in complexity, allowing readers to experience genuine accomplishment as their skills grow with each chapter. This book will particularly benefit children who have shown initial interest in technology and are ready to move beyond basic coding apps to more substantial programming work. Parents seeking a structured yet engaging introduction to computer science will find this an invaluable tool for building foundational skills that serve children well in our increasingly digital world.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction