These 15 free coding classes for kids are available now to help your kids learn skills that are becoming more and more essential in our current times.

The world is much different than when we were growing up. Teaching coding to kids was something very few people though ...

For the most part, though, the website says kids will start with Scratch, a visual programming tool, or by building their own website.

Do we need a new beginning programming language? My answer is “yes”, and the more programming languages and tools we have to introduce programming to kids, adults and everyone else, the better.

Perhaps the only online coding community that could compete with Scratch for kids’ attention is Minecraft, which aims to provide kids with a similar sense interest- and peer-based exploration.

Specific programming classes for kids (ages 6-12) focus on Alice and Java; those for teens (ages 12-17) cover advanced Java and Python around gaming and app development projects. Classes range from ...

The classes are a mixture of real-life coding skills that also teach kids about internet safety. Despite all the fun kids are having, the classes also give them a leg up when it comes to their future.

With that, consider this summer’s coding class offerings from your local library system, including a few virtual options: Virtual Scratch Coding Club for kids ages 7 to 12 — Saturdays, June 19; July ...

MADISON (WKOW) — Kids had the opportunity to bring their imaginations to life through a computer programming class at the Madison Children's Museum Saturday. Participants learned how to make ...

On May 16, 2009, learn more about Scratch, the free programming tool for kids.