Publisher's Synopsis
ColorMyCode makes it fun to learn JavaScript Programming
- What Does ColorMyCode Do?
- Teaches text-based, real-world coding concepts using JavaScript.
- Emphasizes computational thinking and problem solving skills.
- Uses coloring of individual elements of a programming statement to increase comprehension.
- Explores coding fundamentals such as: keywords, variables, data types, operators, sequential statements, interactive input, decision statements and loops.
- Encourages attention to detail.
- Introduces HTML needed to run JavaScript code online.
- Offers hands-on practice using samples of JavaScript programs and opportunities to write programs "from scratch".
- Includes whimsical art to color in addition to coloring code.
- Encourages development of typing skills.
- What Makes ColorMyCode Special?
- Uses coloring and visual association to teach beginners - from 3rd graders to adults.
- Offers coloring in the book, online or both!
- Allows for individual study, study with a parent/coach, after-school groups or in a classroom.
- Includes multisensory activities that enhance learning.
- Appeals to visual learners.
- Why is Coloring Important?
- A Gallup study found 9 in 10 parents want their children to learn coding.
- The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 24% job growth for programmers through 2026.
- Problem solving skills are transferable to other professions.
- Computational thinking is the new literacy.
- The earlier you learn, the easier it is.
