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Coding for Kids: Scratch: Fun & Easy Step-by-Step Visual Guide to Building Your First 10 Projects
Are you looking for an exciting hobby for your child, that will also boost their skillset at the same time? Perhaps your children have been bugging you for something to do, and you are looking for some inspiration for a hobby that they can do that will also test their skills. What if I told you there was a book that could teach your child skills that will take their future job prospects to a whole new level, while also being fun at the same time? Well, look no further! Coding for Scratch offers children fun, engaging projects that they can get stuck into, with the added bonus that the skills they will take from this book can be transferred into job prospects later in life. In an ever growing, technology-focused world, coding skills and computer skills in general are becoming more and more essential for every child. Wouldn't you want to give them a head start on their learning, while also giving them an exciting and captivating project to complete? Scratch coding is an excellent foundation for any child, and an investment in their future. What makes it so great for children is that it is drag and drop coding, and the projects laid out in this book make creating commands and games so easy and fun to do! Inside Coding for Scratch , ● Why it is so important for children to learn code at an early age ● Why scratch is the ideal coding language for beginners ● How to utilize smart devices to develop your child's learning ● How to grasp the simple concepts of programming in a fun and exciting way ● How to create fun coding projects that a child can do independently ● How to stay safe on the internet while also being able to learn and develop skills ● Why purchasing this book is a worthwhile investment in your child's future And much, much more!
Don't you think that it is time to invest in your child's future, while also providing them with fun and entertaining hobbies to fill their time? Then grab a copy of Coding for Scratch today, and take their skillset to whole new levels and set them apart from other children their age!
Don't you think that it is time to invest in your child's future, while also providing them with fun and entertaining hobbies to fill their time? Then grab a copy of Coding for Scratch today, and take their skillset to whole new levels and set them apart from other children their age!
92 pages, Paperback
Published April 7, 2020
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April 24, 2020
Odd Issues but Good Information
As someone who learned how to program computers when I was a child, I loved the idea of this book when I saw it at a favorite book review site. I think it failed on execution, though; a child could still certainly get a lot out of it.
The execution problems are essentially twofold. I think the author talks down to children or tries to be too funny. Perhaps both. But whatever type of tone he is trying to convey just doesn't work. The more serious problem is that parts of the book are aimed directly at the child and other parts are directed at an adult who might be helping them. This is actually great, but the author makes no transition between these two sections. For instance, the single introduction starts off talking to the child programmer, and in the next paragraph with no transition whatsoever starts talking to the parent helper. The author could have given two introductions and marked them that way, like “Introduction for the Future Programmer.” Or something along those lines. And then do the same throughout the book. It was a bit jarring to read along in the “hey, kids” tone he was trying to keep up while talking with the kids and then to switch without any sort of transition at all to a straight-up, serious section meant for adults.
Aside from this, the content itself is fascinating. When I learned to program back in the 80s on a Commodore 64, I wouldn't have been able to imagine what the new programming world could be like for children. Scratch looks like it's a lot of fun, and it certainly looks like it teaches good programming principles. If you have a young child who's interested in learning how to program, this could be the perfect gateway to future programming.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
As someone who learned how to program computers when I was a child, I loved the idea of this book when I saw it at a favorite book review site. I think it failed on execution, though; a child could still certainly get a lot out of it.
The execution problems are essentially twofold. I think the author talks down to children or tries to be too funny. Perhaps both. But whatever type of tone he is trying to convey just doesn't work. The more serious problem is that parts of the book are aimed directly at the child and other parts are directed at an adult who might be helping them. This is actually great, but the author makes no transition between these two sections. For instance, the single introduction starts off talking to the child programmer, and in the next paragraph with no transition whatsoever starts talking to the parent helper. The author could have given two introductions and marked them that way, like “Introduction for the Future Programmer.” Or something along those lines. And then do the same throughout the book. It was a bit jarring to read along in the “hey, kids” tone he was trying to keep up while talking with the kids and then to switch without any sort of transition at all to a straight-up, serious section meant for adults.
Aside from this, the content itself is fascinating. When I learned to program back in the 80s on a Commodore 64, I wouldn't have been able to imagine what the new programming world could be like for children. Scratch looks like it's a lot of fun, and it certainly looks like it teaches good programming principles. If you have a young child who's interested in learning how to program, this could be the perfect gateway to future programming.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
March 17, 2020
This is a how-to book for kids on programming or coding the computer to create projects like games. It allows the child to use their imagination to do more than just play games on the computer. The narrative is directed at both kids and their parents. The wording is kid friendly. The book describes how to use the free downloadable computer program Scratch. This book describes block-oriented programming. It uses step by steps instructions for your child’s first projects. Tips and safety precautions are included throughout the book. The narrative is positive, helping with encouraging confidence in the child’s abilities. As the book progresses, the difficulty increases as new concepts are added. The project become more complex and rewarding to the kid thus building confidence. The author concludes the book by stating there are many videos on line to give additional ideas and inspirations. This book is a great starting point into the world of coding, a great skill that will serve your child well in this world of ever increasing dependency on technology.
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