Coding for kids

There are some wonderful resources which I encourage you to try out at home. Coding sounds like a scary word but computer science is on the up and we are educating children who know more about computers than we do! They will be looking for jobs in years to come, which have yet to be invented! These apps and websites use coding to create simple animations or games. They encourage problem-solving and logical thinking. I am aiming to give all the children some experience in coding before the summer holidays. You would be amazed what children of this age can achieve when they put their minds to it!

HOPSCOTCH: is an iPad app which uses simple blocks to animate characters on a stage. Learn more about it here.

SCRACTH: is a website which allows you to use blocks to move “sprites” or characters around the stage also. You can learn more here.

CODERDOJO: is a club for kids. There is a club in Naas and I would imagine that it’s only a matter of time before more clubs open locally. More information here.

If you have any questions about coding for kids, or indeed any ideas or extra information, please speak up! 🙂