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Earth Day! It’s a great time to learn about the earth, reflect on how our actions affect the environment, make a difference, and inspire others to take action as well. According to the Earth Day Network, planting trees is one of the easiest ways to fight climate change. In one year, an acre of mature trees absorbs the amount of Carbon […]

This is Part 1 of a series on kids learning about algorithms. Algorithm for kids: Definition, Examples, Benefits and More Even though the word “algorithm” may not be familiar to kids, the truth is that algorithms are present in everything around them. They control the technology they use and even the everyday decisions they make. Algorithms are captivating, and while […]

Today more than ever, coding is a base requirement in numerous careers, an essential skill that will be even more in demand in the near future. In fact, the next generation of coders is already leveling up their academics compared to their peers while securing the skills needed for tomorrow’s most innovative jobs in various exciting fields. According to the […]

The ability to code is a valuable skill that children can apply to their schoolwork and potentially their careers. From improving academic performance to providing a creative outlet for your child, coding doesn’t have demographic limitations. Anyone can develop the skills to become a proficient coder, starting with children in the K-12 setting. In this blog, we will discover why children […]

Parents and educators have a world of choices when it comes to teaching computer science and programming. It can be overwhelming when you start searching for resources for your child! What are the best kids coding languages? What’s the best place to start? It all depends on your child’s age, previous coding experience, and interests.  In this article, you’ll explore […]

Did you know that programming is now a vital skill for young students? Experts say that “Code has become the 4th literacy,” on par with the traditional trio of reading, writing, and arithmetic. Moms and dads agree; according to a recent Gallup poll, over 90% of parents want their kids to learn programming. For many, addressing this need is as […]

Meet our newest Featured Maker and Coding Cup winner, 12-year-old Juan Felipe from Columbia! Juan Felipe likes to play tennis. When he grows up he wants to be a computer programmer. Neat! Juan Felipe recently spoke with us about his experience coding with Tynker. What’s your favorite subject in school, and why? Physical education because you get to exercise yourself, […]

Meet our newest Featured Makers, Jackson and Jacob from California! These best friends love to code and play piano. Their favorite subject is Math. They coded a team for the Coding Cup, and got their team on the leaderboard. Why did you guys like Coding Cup? Jacob: Because it’s fun, and then you get to code. How long did it […]

Go deeper with Tynker in our summer professional development bootcamps! Summer 2023 is coming and we are thrilled to offer three different summer professional development boot camps to prepare teachers for the coming school year. These boot camps give teachers time to dive into Tynker content, practice coding, collaborate with other educators, and develop classroom strategies. Best of all, not […]