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In 2024, technology and innovative teaching methods are reshaping education for children. Parents, educators, and students need to be aware of the top 10 kids’ learning trends that are influencing the future of learning: 1 . Coding and Computational Thinking — Essential Skills for the Digital Age: In today’s world, technology, coding, and computational thinking skills have become crucial for […]

Coding is no longer just a niche skill reserved for computer science experts. It has grown into a powerful tool reshaping the education landscape, offering new opportunities and possibilities for students and teachers. The transformative power of coding is undeniable, and its integration into the core school curriculum is essential for empowering future generations with the skills to thrive in […]

In today’s digital landscape, a new form of literacy has taken center stage, and it’s not just about words on a page. It’s about code. Just as reading and writing are vital skills for communication and expression, coding has emerged as an equally important language for navigating and shaping our increasingly digital world. Learning to code equips children with essential […]

Are you looking for compelling Artificial Intelligence tutorials to share with your students? Looking for fun weekend activities as a parent?  Find these brand-new Hour of Code activities that use Tynker’s AI blocks to harness your computer’s webcam to create incredible, interactive effects and games. Hour of Code is coming sooner than you think! Get ready today.  Tickle Monster Use […]

The world of coding, once considered an arena exclusively for adults and tech-savvy individuals, is now making its way into the lives of our youngest learners. Imagine the wonder and excitement on the faces of 4-year-olds as they take their first steps in the digital world, unraveling the magic of coding concepts.  The importance of introducing coding to young children […]

August marks the start of the school year for many students. In their pursuit of success, it’s essential to recognize the value of coding. This skill helps students develop precision, logical reasoning, problem-solving, and more. Learn how coding can enhance your child’s academic journey. First, Let’s briefly define coding and the early advantages for kids for learning to code to […]

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 […]

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 […]

Do you use Minecraft Education in your classroom or afterschool group? It’s a special educational version of Minecraft that Microsoft makes available to educators and students. You might not have known it, but Tynker is embedded right inside of this product.  Let’s explore how you can use Tynker’s block coding editors in Minecraft Education. You’ll write Minecraft Mods, which can […]