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Why Coding? There’s been a lot of buzz about kids learning to code lately. This year, almost 200 million students around the world were exposed to coding through the Hour of Code event. And over 90% of American parents want programming added to their child’s curriculum.¹ In today’s digital world, coding is a fundamental skill alongside math and reading, but […]

When students learn they’re going to be using programming to control drones, their faces light up. Connected toys are great for teaching programming and bringing STEM learning to life. Drones allow students to visualize their code and use programming to solve real-world challenges–and they’re also super fun and engaging for the whole class! That’s why Tynker is hosting a Parrot Drone Giveaway. […]

The Hour of Code is in full swing! We’re so impressed with the creativity and excitement we’ve seen from both students and teachers. Check out some highlights from schools using the Tynker app for tablets across the country (and beyond!). https://twitter.com/beverly_ladd/status/672387995492859904 @BeesBailey #hourofcode with Tynker! #burkecoschools pic.twitter.com/QwrFEzqzvZ — Dr. Kristin Edwards (@kristinedwards3) December 7, 2015 Today we met our colony […]

Tynker is proud to announce a collaboration with Mattel to create engaging new content to teach children how to program. We are excited about this partnership because it supports our mission to provide high-quality programming education to all children. We believe learning to program with Tynker prepares children for 21st century careers, challenges them intellectually, and gives them tools to become […]

6 Tips for Success with Hour of Code The Hour of Code is approaching! This year, Tynker is offering dozens of fun new activities appropriate for diverse interests, ages, and experience levels. Watch this video to learn more about hosting an Hour of Code with Tynker. 1. Plan ahead If you’re reading this blog post, you’re already ahead of the […]

Give Thanks with Code Ah, Thanksgiving break. A time to relax, give thanks for friends and family, and eat (perhaps not in moderation). But between the feasting and sleeping, kids often have a lot of free time (you’ll know this is the case if you find them plopped down in front of the television). Encourage them to use this free […]

Try an Hour of Code with Tablets If you have Apple tablets, you can host a fun Hour of Code with the Tynker app. The Tynker app is different from the web version and features six fun puzzle sets and over fifty beginner, intermediate, and advanced tutorials to create drawing, music, animation, storytelling, physics, and arcade game projects. Getting Started Download the Tynker […]

What’s New for Hour of Code 2015 Inspire your students to express their creativity through programming! This year, Tynker has many new activities for the Hour of Code, including new coding puzzle sets and do-it-yourself projects with guided instructions. You can access a teacher planning guide for each activity by signing into your Tynker teacher account. Puzzle Sets Students practice […]

Using Physics with Tynker: Part 2 Tynker’s Physics Engine allows kids to easily make all kinds of fun games, including this Angry Birds™-inspired game! Hold down your mouse to charge the cannon. When you let go, the bird will fly across the screen. The monster has three lives, so you have to hit him three times to defeat him. Tynker’s Physics Engine is a […]