Author archive for Tynker

  • Last Updated: April 21, 2023 1:17 pm

    Featured Code Jam Winner: Gia is a ballerina!

    Meet our newest Featured Maker and Code Jam winner, 12-year-old Gia from Massachusetts! Gia likes to paint, dance ballet...

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  • Last Updated: April 17, 2023 2:47 pm

    Embracing the Future: The Exciting Impact of Illinois CS Standards and Tynker

    As Illinois embraces Computer Science education, the state is witnessing a surge in innovation and growth. Schools, organizations, and...

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  • Last Updated: April 5, 2023 2:00 pm

    How to Teach Variables to Kids

    You can think of programming variables for kids as a box that contains something. You can open the box...

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  • Last Updated: April 5, 2023 1:44 pm

    Annie Easley: A Lifetime of Shooting for the Stars

    Without Annie Easley, hybrid vehicles (or spaceflight as we know it) might not exist!

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  • Last Updated: April 5, 2023 1:42 pm

    How to Create Minecraft PE Add-Ons in Tynker

    With Tynker’s new Minecraft Editor, anyone can make Add-Ons for Minecraft in minutes — so many things to make...

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  • Last Updated: April 5, 2023 1:18 pm

    Make a Fun Earth Day Game for Kids Online

    Earth Day! It’s a great time to learn about the earth, reflect on how our actions affect the environment,...

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  • Last Updated: April 5, 2023 1:17 pm

    How to Explain Algorithms to Kids

    This is Part 1 of a series on kids learning about algorithms. Algorithm for kids: Definition, Examples, Benefits and...

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  • Last Updated: April 5, 2023 12:58 pm

    Why Parents Should Add Coding to Their Homeschool Curriculum

    Did you know that programming is now a vital skill for young students? Experts say that “Code has become...

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  • Last Updated: March 28, 2023 10:26 am

    Featured Coding Cup Winner: Juan Felipe Wants To Be a Coder!

    Meet our newest Featured Maker and Coding Cup winner, 12-year-old Juan Felipe from Columbia! Juan Felipe likes to play...

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