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- Minecraft Modding with Forge byCall Number: 794. 8 GUPISBN: 9781491918890Publication Date: 2015Playing Minecraft is a lot of fun, but the game is more engaging, entertaining, and educational when kids learn how to build mods; small programs that let them modify game elements and add content.
- Minecraft Modding for Kids for Dummies® byCall Number: 794.8 GUTISBN: 9781119050049Publication Date: 2015There's no denying that modding is cool. After all, it allows you to alter your Minecraft gaming world to constantly keep things new and fun. While it isn't incredibly difficult to learn to mod, it does take some practice. Luckily, Minecraft Modding For Kids For Dummies is here to help you build basic coding skills to make modding your games as easy as 1-2-3!
- Creating an App (Quick Expert's Guide) byCall Number: 005 MARISBN: 9780750289320Publication Date: Chris MartinWith this book, the Quick Expert's Guide has crafted the perfect guide to becoming an expert app-maker. We show you how to create your very own amazing app from scratch - master HTMLs, programming, embed content galore, and get the insider knowledge on how to keep your user's coming back for more.
- Coding for Kids for Dummies byISBN: 9781118940327Publication Date: 2014An easy-to-grasp introduction to coding concepts for kids Coding For Kids For Dummies breaks coding into a series of small projects, each designed to teach elementary-to-middle-school-aged students a core concept to build a game, application, or other tool.
- How to Code: Level 3 byCall Number: 005.1 WAIISBN: 9781784932381Publication Date: 2015Book 3 takes coding further by showing how to use selection in coding ('if' statements), and how to use more sophisticated languages like Python. The How to Code series introduces coding through clear and concise information, teamed with simple and practical tasks, from drawing shapes, giving instructions in code, building games and much more!
- Coding Computer Games with Scratch byCall Number: 005.1 WOOISBN: 9781465439352Publication Date: 2015Coding computer programs is one of the most valuable skills for anyone to have. Written for children with little to no coding experience, Coding Games in Scratch guides children through building platform games, puzzles, racers, and 3-D action games.
- How to Code 4 byCall Number: 005.1 WAIISBN: 9781784932398Publication Date: 2015Book 4 develops coding techniques further and readers can learn how to create codes that can run in web pages. Introduces basic HTML and JavaScript. The How to Code series introduces coding through clear and concise information, teamed with simple and practical tasks, from drawing shapes, giving instructions in code, building games and much more!
- How to Code 2 byCall Number: 005.1 WAIISBN: 9781784932374Publication Date: 2015Book 2 builds on basic coding and introduces loops and repetition. Shows how variables are used in programs so that readers can begin to build programs and games. The How to Code series introduces coding through clear and concise information, teamed with simple and practical tasks, from drawing shapes, giving instructions in code, building games and much more!
Coding websites
- Code StudioA collection of coding courses suitable for students 4+. Courses are graded at different levels depending on your ability.
- Khan Academy - Coding HourA collection of short activities that Khan Academy have produced as an introduction to coding.
- ScratchWith Scratch, you can program your own interactive stories, games, and animations — and share your creations with others in the online community.
Coding with an iPad
- Daisy the DinosaurLearn the basics of computer programming with Daisy the Dinosaur! This free, fun app has an easy drag and drop interface that kids of all ages can use to animate Daisy to dance across the screen. Kids will intuitively grasp the basics of objects, sequencing, loops and events by solving this app's challenges. After playing Daisy, kids can choose to download a kit to program their own computer game.
- HopscotchProgramming made easy. No typing. No syntax errors. Just drag and drop blocks. Hopscotch is an intuitive, friendly programming interface designed for everyone.
- Move the TurtleMove The Turtle is an educational application for iPhone and iPad that teaches children the basics of creating computer programs, using intuitive graphic commands.