computer programming

This is the second title in The QuestKids children?s series that was launched by In Easy Steps in 2018, designed to make learning fun for children. Coding with Scratch ? Create Awesome Platform Games shows kids how to create amazing platform games with Scratch. They will learn how to: Use code to make a series of games where sprites leap from platform to platform. Design different levels, draw graphics, and make simple animations. Use variables to keep the score and to simulate gravity in games. Make code blocks and functions. Add sound to bring games to life. Starting with an introduction about how Scratch works, this book is suitable for beginners but with lots of tips, challenges, and extensions for experienced Scratch coders.

Presents a guide to coding, focusing on Scratch, Python, and web technologies.

"A guide to C++ that begins by introducing all the core language features, then explores the Standard and Boost Libraries. Covers major features of modern C++, including types, expressions, containers, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"Minecraft is a remarkably popular program among kids and adults alike! Its ability to allow users to create and journey through worlds made from their own imagination continues to captivate . . . It will specifically break down how 'redstone' blocks introduce and reinforce coding principles"--Provided by publisher.

"Coding is an essential part of everyday technology. This title covers basic information about coding, including programming languages and how code works"--Provided by publisher.

"As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, coding is increasingly becoming an invaluable skill for young learners. Scratch, which is the world's largest free coding community for kids, is designed to help students learn coding through fun activities such as making games and digital stories. This stimulating title features approachable text which explains how Scratch teaches coding by allowing users to drag and drop vibrant blocks to create exciting animations. The text is carefully written with middle elementary students in mind and is enhanced by sidebars, eye-catching photos, creative illustrations, and a helpful graphic organizer"--.

"Coding is becoming increasingly valuable as our world continues to go digital. This stimulating title will help readers learn a fun way to jumpstart their coding abilities: Lego Mindstorms! The Lego Mindstorms program allows kids to learn coding by programming a robot that has its own personality and traits. This book includes visuals and eye-catching photos, in addition to carefully crafted sidebars, captions, and a graphic organizer, that all explain features of Lego Mindstorm, such as its perceptive drag-and-drop system. This system not only helps kids build entertaining robots and remote controllers, but also learn lifelong STEM skills such as logic and problem solving!"--Provided by publisher.

"Have you ever wanted to make your own game? How about an awesome website? Then JavaScript Coding for Teens is the book for you! It doesn't matter if you're not sure what a variable is, are stumped about syntax, or don't even know how to use JavaScript on your computer! This simple guide to coding for beginners walks you through every part of the process with easy-to-understand language and straightforward directions. You'll be coding like a pro in no time!"--.

"Information accompanies instructions for various mythical-creature-themed activities that demonstrate skills needed for coding. The text level and subject matter are intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--.