Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for family, fun, and creativity. Explore with us exciting Thanksgiving coding activities for kids, from pumpkin pie clicker games and turkey adventures to interactive cards and Scratch platformers. These fun Thanksgiving coding projects help kids learn programming while creating their own holiday-themed games.…

Tynker has been a proud supporter and innovator in Computer Science Education Week since its inception, now celebrated as an “Hour of AI.” This year CSEdWeek is December 8th – 12th. We’re passionate about making coding accessible and engaging for all students, and CSEdWeek is the perfect opportunity…

 “They can build games that are specific to the African culture, to the African heroes, so they can actually code the African heroes.” -Percy Ganga Why Teach Kids to Code in Zimbabwe? In Harare, Zimbabwe, Perseverance (Percy) Ganga, founder and director of the International Institute of Junior Coders and…

When Scarsdale School District started discussing the need for a district-wide computer programming sequence, addressing teacher anxiety and lack of coding experience were some of the most challenging problems to solve. They were looking for an easy-to-implement solution, with curriculum to support learning in other subject areas, while…

“It’s not just about the coding, it’s about using coding to foster deeper learning that allows students to learn, apply what they learned, and demonstrate mastery of the core content.” Kathy BottaroDigital Learning Program CoordinatorSioux City Community School District Using Tynker Since: Fall 2014 How did Tynker address the challenges…

STEM, the acronym, represents the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, the most important skills in today’s tech workforce. Want to learn more about STEM? Here are some fascinating STEM facts and figures. Discover Cool STEM Facts And Figures So we have an idea of what STEM…

Elk River School District is well aware of the benefits of learning coding in today’s increasingly tech savvy world. Troy Anderson, Manager of Instructional Technology, spoke with us about their process for selecting and rolling out a curriculum that met their district technology goals. What made you decide…

The colorful world of Scratch coding has never been more exciting or accessible, especially with a plethora of books available that cater to every young coder’s unique learning style. While live online classes provide real-time interaction and immediate feedback, Scratch coding books can serve as an indispensable companion,…

We’ve been hard at work making updates at Tynker, and we’re excited to share what’s new! Here’s a quick look at some of the latest additions and improvements. Weekly Project Updates Each week, a new project is made available to reinforce core coding concepts and spark creativity. Check…

In today’s digital age, integrating computer science into school curriculums isn’t just a fun add-on; it’s a necessity. Just as we teach students to read and write, giving them tools to interpret and interact with the world, computer science is essential for our increasingly digital universe. It empowers…