Kids can learn coding basics-and have fun while doing it! Using Scratch 2.0, the free software created by the MIT Media Labs specifically for young people, this engaging guide teaches 8- to 12-year-olds how to create their own games and animated, interactive stories. Each engaging project has detailed, step-by-step explanations and comes with intriguing variants for children to try as their abilities grow. AGES: 8 to 12 AUTHORS: TEAM CODER KIDS was founded by Johann Aludden and Federica Gambel in order to teach children in a simple, intuitive way how a computer works and use the technology on which it's based. SELLING POINTS: . Provides a comprehensive overview of the main functions of Scratch as tested in coding laboratories and schools . Written for 8- to 12-year-olds, this book gives everyone the opportunity to start from scratch . The projects are explained step-by-step and arranged in order of difficulty . After each project there are more complex variants, which are also thoroughly explained, and challenges that will intrigue even grownups