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Python for Kids: A Playful Introduction To Programming

Name: Python for Kids: A Playful Introduction To Programming
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Book Synopsis: Python is a powerful, expressive programming language that's easy to learn and fun to use! But books about learning to program in Python can be kind of dull, gray, and boring, and that's no fun for anyone. Python for Kids brings Python to life and brings you (and your parents) into the world of programming. The ever-patient Jason R. Briggs will guide you through the basics as you experiment with unique (and often hilarious) example programs that feature ravenous monsters, secret agents, thieving ravens, and more. New terms are defined; code is colored, dissected, and explained; and quirky, full-color illustrations keep things on the lighter side.

Chapters end with programming puzzles designed to stretch your brain and strengthen your understanding. By the end of the book you'll have programmed two complete games: a clone of the famous Pong and "Mr. Stick Man Races for the Exit"—a platform game with jumps, animation, and much more. As you strike out on your programming adventure, you'll learn how to:

Use fundamental data structures like lists, tuples, and maps
Organize and reuse your code with functions and modules
Use control structures like loops and conditional statements
Draw shapes and patterns with Python's turtle module
Create games, animations, and other graphical wonders with tkinter

Why should serious adults have all the fun? Python for Kids is your ticket into the amazing world of computer programming.

For kids ages 10+ (and their parents) The code in this book runs on almost anything: Windows, Mac, Linux, even an OLPC laptop or Raspberry Pi! Read more

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Are you ready to unlock your child's full potential? Introducing Python for Kids, the playful and exciting introduction to programming that will captivate your child's imagination. Unlike other programming books, Python for Kids is far from dull and boring. With its colorful illustrations, engaging examples, and entertaining programming puzzles, it will make learning Python a fun and enjoyable experience for kids aged 10 and above.

Written by the patient and experienced Jason R. Briggs, Python for Kids takes your child on a programming adventure like no other. From ravenous monsters to secret agents and thieving ravens, each example program will keep your child entertained while they learn the essentials of Python. They will gain a strong understanding of fundamental data structures, code organization, and control structures, all while having a blast.

With Python for Kids, your child will not only learn the technical aspects of programming but also how to think creatively and problem-solve. They will have the opportunity to create their own games, animations, and graphical wonders using Python's turtle module and tkinter. By the end of the book, your child will have programmed two complete games: a clone of the famous Pong and "Mr. Stick Man Races for the Exit"—a platform game with jumps, animation, and much more.

Don't let dull and gray books hold your child back. Embrace Python for Kids and watch as your child's true potential flourishes through the exciting world of programming. Whether your child is a budding computer genius or just starting their coding journey, this book is suitable for all levels of experience. The code in the book runs on almost anything, making it compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, and even an OLPC laptop or Raspberry Pi!

Ready to fuel your child's imagination and set them on the path to a successful future? Grab your copy of Python for Kids and start the adventure today!

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