Getting to Know Scratch

by Jeanne Nagle

Overview

Scratch is a unique programming language based in graphical interface, rather than written code, making it more accessible to younger users. It has been widely popular since its introduction in 2007. Programming and the core concepts of computer interface are a necessity to students in today's world. In order to succeed in college and find a job, a student needs to know more than the basics. This volume provides a thorough history of Scratch and how it can be used to launch a career or simply an idea.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781477776971
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	07/30/2014
Series:	Code Power: A Teen Programmer's Guide Series
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	6.70(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2014
Gr 6–9—It's not a leap to assume that most kids and teens today have interacted with some kind of software on a computer, tablet, phone, or video game. As the series title indicates, code is powerful. These books introduce readers to programming languages, such as Ruby and Python, as well as software that teaches programming, including Alice and Hackety Hack. Don't confuse these with tutorial guides, though; students won't learn "how to" from these books. They function more like extended, in-depth reviews, giving readers some background on the program or language in addition to practical advice on how to get started. A glossary, bibliography, and list of online resources make each book an especially useful resource for any library serving aspiring coders.

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