Coding for Kids for Dummies - 3rd Edition by Camille McCue (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

It's never too early to learn how to code!

Coding For Kids For Dummies helps you learn the basics of coding the fun way. This book walks you through the essentials of coding with 12 exciting projects. You'll learn what coding is, how to make digital toys and games on your computer, and how to start writing your first lines of code! With step-by-step instructions and activities, this book makes it simple to get started. And when you see error messages, don't panic! All new coders make mistakes--this book helps you figure them out and fix them, so your code will be good to go. Along the way, you'll be boosting your creativity, getting better at logical thinking, and learning a skill that will open the door to fun hobbies and careers. So get coding!

• Learn basic coding concepts and skills
• Create your own digital toys and games
• Figure out how to turn your ideas into code
• Get involved in the online coding community

Kids who want to learn how to code (and the parents who want to encourage them) can get off to a great start with Coding For Kids For Dummies.

From the Back Cover

A coding book for kids!

Ever see a cool game or digital toy and wonder, 'Hey, can I make one of those?' Well, now you can! In this book, you'll discover how to design and code real computer programs that are fun and foundational to future work on apps and websites. It's packed with hands-on projects, examples, and tools. Inside:

• Get started writing your own working code immediately
• Build games, animations, interactive toys, and simulations you love
• Level up your coding skills with easy practice projects
• Create computer models to recognize images and text with artificial intelligence

About the Author

Camile McCue, PhD, is an educator and author who loves teaching kids all things STEM, computer science, and entrepreneurship. Camille has written over a dozen books with Wiley, all aimed at building confidence and capability in using technology.