Tag Archive for: Code.org

Top 5 Free Coding Tools for Kids

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We describe our top 5 favorite tools to learn computer science for kids in grades K-8.

  1. Code.org – code.org
  2. Tynker – tynker.com
  3. Scratch Jr – Downloadable app for iOS, Android, and ChromeOS – scratchjr.org
  4. Scratch – scratch.mit.edu
  5. Microsoft MakeCode – arcade.makecode.com

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Hour of Code: 3rd-6th Grade

Hour of Code (Minecraft): 3rd-6th Grade

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I guide 3rd-6th graders in an Hour of Code exercise on code.org using Minecraft as the topic of the game. We often use this as an ice breaker in our classes to establish a baseline of understanding for problem solving and coding. This 35-minute video was presented as a livestream on YouTube on March 24, 2020.

Follow along on code.org.

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A Simple Code.org Activity for K-2nd Grade

Follow Along: A Simple Code.org Activity for K-2nd Grade

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I guide K-2nd graders in simple activities on code.org to learn the basics of problem solving and writing code. This 24-minute video was presented as a livestream on YouTube on March 24, 2020.

Follow along on code.org.

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