Hello World! Computer Programming for Kids and Other Beginners

HIGHLIGHT Computer Programming for Kids gives a gentle introduction to computer programming. This book makes computer programming accessible and fun for kids - an essential skill in today's hi-tech world. DESCRIPTION Computer Programming for Kids gives kids - or anyone who wants to learn programming from a fresh perspective - a gentle but thorough introduction to the world of computer programming. Using Python, a computer language ideal for teaching, this book covers all the basic concepts of computer programming, and applies them to fun, interesting topics like, computer graphics, game programming, and simulations. It is aimed at kids, but anyone who wants to learn how to program a computer can use it. Readers don't need to know anything about programming to use the book. Just a normal user-level familiarity with how to use a computer is enough to learn from this book. Readers can use the book to easily learn to interact with the computer on a programming level, a path that can be used at home or in a classroom setting. There is nothing like it currently on the market. KEY SELLING POINTS * Makes learning programming fun and accessible * Written for kids, but useful for anyone who wants to learn programming * No other practical and up-to-date guides like this currently on the market * Uses Python, an ideal teaching language * Perfect for home or classroom use