Coding Apps7 reviewed
Coding apps and platforms for kids: block-based first steps, typed languages, and classroom-ready computer science curricula.
ScratchScratch is MIT's free visual programming language where kids drag and drop code blocks to create animations, games, and stories. The most…2-8 · Web · FreeView app profile →ScratchJrScratchJr is a simplified version of Scratch designed for children ages 5-7. Kids snap together graphical programming blocks to make…PreK-2 · iOS/Android · FreeView app profile →Code.orgCode.org is a nonprofit with a full K-12 computer science curriculum. Famous for Hour of Code activities featuring Minecraft, Star Wars,…K-12 · Web · FreeView app profile →TynkerTynker teaches coding through game-like puzzles and lets kids create Minecraft mods, games, and apps. Progresses from visual blocks to…K-8 · Web/iOS/Android · FreeView app profile →CodeCombatCodeCombat is an RPG where players learn real Python or JavaScript by writing code to control their character through dungeons and…4-12 · Web · FreeView app profile →Swift PlaygroundsSwift Playgrounds is Apple's free app for learning Swift programming. Kids solve puzzles and eventually build real apps that can run on…4-12 · iOS/Mac · FreeView app profile →KodableKodable teaches coding fundamentals to elementary students through engaging games and activities. Starts with drag-and-drop and progresses…K-5 · Web/iOS · FreeView app profile →
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