At a time when parents are eager to give their kids an edge in math and science, several computer programming languages have been developed specifically for children.

So, what is the process for getting kids involved? Children are receptive to acquiring this new language of computer programming and the strategic thinking and reasoning processes that go with it.

Five months ago, it was just an idea. Now it’s a reality. This week, more than 12 million people already have done an hour of computer programming as part of the Hour of Code campaign, which coincides ...

Alice is a programming language and environment suitable for kids aged 10 and above. It introduces them to the world of computer programming through a 3D interactive platform. With Alice, children ...

In this article, we take a look into the 12 easiest programming languages for kids. You can skip our detailed analysis of programming languages, AI and their effects on the jobs market, and the ...

Coding for kids: schoolchildren learn computer programming Primary school children are staying on after class to learn the building blocks of computer programming ...

Patrice Gans, a technology teacher and library-media specialist in Connecticut, reviews Jason Brigg's Python for Kids (No Starch Press, 2012).

More and more high schools are teaching computer programming. But what's the best language for students just getting started?

PARIS — The newly-formed Western Maine CoderDojo will hold its first meeting at the Paris Public Library for students age 7 to 17 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18. CoderDojo is a global ...