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Coding for Kids for Dummies by Camille McCue (2014, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-101118940326
ISBN-139781118940327
eBay Product ID (ePID)202432579
Product Key Features
Book TitleCoding for Kids for Dummies
Number of Pages384 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicProgramming / General, Computers / Programming
Publication Year2014
IllustratorYes
GenreComputers, Juvenile Nonfiction
AuthorCamille Mccue
Book SeriesFor Kids for Dummies Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight22.9 Oz
Item Length7.8 in
Item Width7.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
Reviews"..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)
Dewey Edition23
Grade FromFifth Grade
Grade ToNinth Grade
Dewey Decimal005.100
Table Of ContentIntroduction 1 Week 1: Basic Drawing, Motion, and Text Handling 5 Project 0: Getting Started with Coding 7 Project 1: Ar t Toy 19 Project 2: Mini Golf 44 Project 3: Sketcher Etcher 71 Week 2: Motion, Animating Shapes, and Reacting to Input 89 Project 4: Horse Race 91 Project 5: Winter Wonderland 112 Project 6: Sports Vote 134 Week 3: Variables: Counting and Conditionals 149 Project 7: Happy Birthday 151 Project 8: Number Guessing Computer 168 Project 9: Monster Mashup 190 Week 4: Keyboard Control and Shooters 211 Project 10: Viral Outbreak 213 Project 11: UFO Pilot 230 Project 12: Squid Ink 255 Week 5: Advanced Coding 285 Project 13: Rock, Paper, Scissors 287 Project 14: Where's Wallace Walrus? 305 Project 15: Traffic Dodge 326 Index 353
SynopsisAn 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., 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., 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.
LC Classification NumberQA76.6.M297 2015
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- Nov 10, 2017
Exciting Education!
My granddaughter was so excited when I handed this to her. We are have a blast. Great way to communicate, bond and teach the importance of education and imagination.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Dec 03, 2020
Heat to have Dr
I like it I referre to it when I get stuck GREAT help
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- Oct 14, 2019
perfect description
Written concisely but yet at an understandable level.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Feb 16, 2016
Motivate the Mind
I purchased this for my grandson. He loves doing projects like building things on the computer I am hoping this book "steps it up a notch."Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
