Coding for Kids

As we approach the end of 2020, it’s clear this was a year like no other. Though the challenges were great, we at Tynker also look back on the progress we’ve made — most importantly, helping thousands of young coders begin their programming journey!  Our mission is clear, and we’re focused on making the best platform possible to teach kids […]

We here in Tynkertown were thrilled to hear that we’ve been recognized as the only complete PreK-12 coding curriculum to be chosen as a ‘Selection for Learning’ by Common Sense Education! As one of the most trusted voices for parents and educators, Common Sense Education’s rigorous, independent review process evaluated Tynker on every level and gave our learning platform a […]

Learning To Code Improves Your Child’s Math Scores! With tech continuing to be the fastest-growing industry in the world, the ability to code is becoming an essential skill to have in your 21st century toolbelt. The great news is that learning to code with Tynker will also significantly increase your child’s math abilities and testing scores.  Better In Math! The […]

Tynker’s Story-Driven Platform Strikes A Chord With Coders Sitting around the campfire at night telling stories is how history was passed along from generation to generation for centuries while teaching valuable life lessons. The more compelling the story, the more likely people paid attention and remembered the important details. That’s why Tynker uses a story-driven platform to fully capture kids’ […]

The Best Way to Learn Python! What will you do to better prepare your child for the rigors of school and set them up for a successful career? At Tynker, one answer is clear: Coding. That’s why we offer real-world programming courses to teach Python and transform children from consumers to creators. Five Great Reasons to Learn Python with Tynker: […]

Tynker’s New STEM Activities Tynker has new STEM-related coding activities for home users that we’re excited to share with you. A STEM education is great for kids and teens because it fosters creativity, builds resilience, encourages experimentation, and exposes them to technology, an expanding field that will open them up to countless job opportunities. Tynker has designed blended coding and […]

Parents love that Tynker is self-guided, allowing kids to get started on the path toward coding with simple tutorials that require no additional instruction from Mom or Dad. But everything’s more fun when the whole family gets involved! Your kids are learning so much on Tynker, and they’d love to share it with you. Sit down with your kid at […]

How Can I Enhance My Kids’ Remote Learning From Home This Fall? With so much uncertainty surrounding the upcoming academic year, parents will once again need to prepare for school closures or, at the very least, a blended distance learning environment requiring remote/online student participation. In addition, after-school activities will most likely be limited or canceled outright. As a result, […]

Tynker Makes Coding Easy! Tynker’s powerful creativity tools will bring your kid’s imagination to life. Whether they’re interested in animation, character creation, physics, or game development, there’s a built-in tool for that in Tynker! With virtual learning likely to continue in the fall, we’re excited to bring you all our Tynker Toolbox articles, a new series of coding blogs designed […]