Hour of Code

What is the HOUR OF CODE?

The Hour of Code is a global movement reaching tens hundreds of millions of students in 180+ countries. We are so excited that our technology classes are joining in on the largest learning event in history: The Hour of Code, during Computer Science Education Week (Dec. 7-11). Last year, 15 million students tried computer science in one week. This year, we're joining students worldwide to reach 100 million students! No experience needed. Ages 4 to 104. For more information go to http://hourofcode.com/us

Getting Started with Code

Tutorial #1: Write your first computer program.

Tutorial #2: Use TYNKER to build your own game.

Tutorial #3: Create a Holiday Card or Game using SCRATCH.

Tutorial #4: LIGHTBOT. Guide Lightbot to light up all the blue tiles.

Resources:

SCRATCH: created by MIT.

TYNKER: on-line programming - APPs available too!

Cruchzilla: **Challenging** Code Monster gets kids excited about programming with this tutorial.

Coding for Girls:

Code with Frozen: Use Elsa and Anna to learn coding.

DotDiva - Young women with the power and passion to make a difference. We believe in the power of computing to build a better world.

Made with Code: Inspires Girls to pursue their dreams with code.

Made with Code - Robin : video game creator

Made with Code - EPA Chica Squad : cleaning up the community

Made with Code - Ayah : creator of Little Bits

Made with Code - Maddy : Fashion meets Code