Harris, Patricia

"Coding for elementary students is a new and exciting learning opportunity, and this book will show readers how to get coding in just minutes with the program Hopscotch. Instead of lines of text, Hopscotch provides users with colorful, stackable blocks to create animations, games, and more. The main text is supplemented with informative captions, sidebars, and a graphic organizer. Examples of Hopscotch visuals and photographs of kids engaged in coding are also included. These elements come together to help readers grasp the logic and STEM concepts involved with coding"--Provided by the publisher.

"In 1995, computer programmer Yukihiro Matsumoto introduced Ruby programming language to the world. He created a language that used his favorite elements of other languages, but was more object-oriented and easy to use, even for coding newbies. Ruby is also open-source software, meaning anyone can use, modify, and distribute it. Inside this volume, readers will learn the ins and outs of coding with Ruby, including why using blocks of text and mostly plain English text makes it an ideal program for ease of use. Color photographs, sidebars, and a graphic organizer make this volume both informational and enjoyable. Readers interested in STEM topics are sure to love this book"--Provided by the publisher.

"In this book, readers will learn expert tips to make sure their passwords are secure and their log-in information is safe. They'll also learn more about the cyberwar that happens every day on the Internet as security experts and malicious hackers do battle. Topics include passwords, encryption, network security, and cyberterrorism"--Amazon.com.

Readers will be introduced to professional coders and learn how coding requires practical knowledge as well as creativity in solving problems.

An introduction to coding using conditionals.

Introduces readers to coding using boolean logic.

Introduces readers to coding with debugging.

Introduces readers to coding programmers and what they do.

An introduction to the coding through building algorithms.

Shows readers how HTML provides the front end for even the biggest websites, gets them started on simple page design, the history, key figures who made it possible, and more.