Computational Thinking with Blockly Games (B&W version) - Softcover

Kumar, Vivek

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798890261038

Publisher: Notion Press, 2023

Synopsis

<p>Many parents want to teach their children about coding but often do not know where to begin or what to cover. The idea for this book evolved to precisely address this need. It is meant for kids and anyone who wants to learn the basics of computer programming and Computational Thinking. Welcome to the world of Computational Thinking for young learners.</p>

<p>The book covers foundational problem-solving concepts through simple games, taking young students on a journey of thinking, planning, and solving problems.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The importance of teaching coding from the early school years is recognized by many countries. It is now mandatory under the new education policy of Govt. of India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Blockly Games have been adopted in this book as an enjoyable way to introduce computational thinking and programming concepts. The book follows a graded pedagogy with guided discovery, semi-guided lessons, and open-ended exploration.</p>

<p>Dr. Ashok Banerji</p>

<p><b>Few Reviews</b>:</p>

<p><i>&ldquo;All books are not for children but for every child, there is a book, and this book is a wonderful gift designed especially for young students to master the art of Computational Thinking. In fact, the book is for every age to learn essential 21st-century skills.&rdquo;</i></p>

<p>Bratati Bhattacharyya, Secretary General and CEO, Shikshayatan Foundation</p>

<p><i>&ldquo;Written as a step-by-step guide in simple language, this book will help children to learn coding through gameplay.&rdquo;</i></p>

<p>Dr. A.M. Ghosh, Rtd. Prof. and HOD Computer Science, BESU, Shibpur</p>

Edition details

• Publisher: Notion Press
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798890261038
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 94