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The end of summer marks a time of change for parents and children. As the days get shorter, the excitement and nervousness for a new academic year build-up. The transition can be overwhelming whether your child is starting at a new school or a new classroom. To make the back-to-school experience as smooth as possible, here are six fundamental parent […]

Meet our newest Featured Maker, 9-year-old Alexander from California! Alexander likes to play video games. Super! Alexander recently spoke with us about his experience coding with Tynker. Do you have an idea of what you want to be when you grow up? I want to be a math teacher. What’s your favorite subject in school, and why? My favorite subject […]

Every day, whether you realize it or not, you’re interacting with Artificial Intelligence (AI). From asking your iPad for the latest weather, getting personalized movie recommendations, to the computerized sensors in modern cars — AI is everywhere. It’s shaping industries, creating new ways of doing things, and offering solutions to complex challenges. In fact, it’s hard to think of a […]

Did you know that the iPhone you use to send messages, take photos, and play games is a little Artificial Intelligence (AI) powerhouse? Let’s embark on an exciting journey to discover how AI makes your iPhone experience fantastic. This guide is perfect for both kids and parents from a non-tech background. By the end, you’ll understand how Artificial Intelligence powers […]

Coding empowers children of all ages to become technology makers by tapping into their ability to bring their imagination to life. As parents, there are many different coding for kids platforms to teach your child how to code. With so many coding for kids platforms available, finding the right one can feel overwhelming. Some platforms are free, while others require […]

Without a healthy dose of resilience, it’s unlikely that any project or task will get done. In fact, you could argue that resilience is more important than talent or IQ and that is definitely the case with resilient programming! As Albert Einstein famously said, “It’s not that I’m so smart, it’s just that I stay with problems longer.” Between the […]

Are you looking for an engaging warm-up activity for your classroom or afterschool group?  Check out these free Trivia Games from Tynker, produced on Kahoot! These engaging learning activities are the perfect way to begin your Hour of Code or get a jump start on a computer science lesson sequence. These trivia games have been designed for teachers, but anyone can […]

Hello, explorers! Today, we’ll dive into the world of artificial intelligence. Ever wondered, “Why AI?” or “Why is artificial intelligence important?” Well, you’re in the right place to find out!  Exploring AI Whether AI is helping doctors diagnose diseases, assisting astronauts in space missions, or making our video games more exciting, these days, you can find AI nearly everywhere. The […]

Our friends at Clever recently launched new API’s which necessitates changes in how Tynker and Clever interact. These changes will impact both Tynker Free and Tynker Premium users. If you use Clever with your students here’s how to ensure your connection keeps working. Clever for Tynker Free Users Logging In Great news! You can continue using Clever to sign in […]