Awesome Algorithms and Creative Coding

From the Series Get Connected to Digital Literacy
  • Interest Level: Grade 5 - Grade 8
  • Reading Level: Grade 6

Awesome Algorithms and Creative Coding explores how computers work and explains how to think in a logical way. The bright and engaging design guides readers through clear explanations of binary code, simple algorithms, and computer language. With real-life examples, students learn about the development of coding using simple decision-making processes. Programming languages that readers can use themselves, including Scratch and LOGO, are reviewed. "Stretch Yourself" features give practical activities to help readers explore and test key principles to help reinforce learning and are not linked to specific software or operating systems. "True Story" features give real-world anecdotes from the world of information technology. "Computer Hero" features look at the groundbreaking scientists that paved the way for digital technology today.

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Interest Level Grade 5 - Grade 8
Reading Level Grade 6
Age Range 10 - 13
Dewey 005
Lexile 960L
ATOS Reading Level 5.7
Guided Reading Level T
Subjects Coding, Technology
Genres Nonfiction
Publisher Crabtree Publishing
Imprint Crabtree Classics
Copyright 2015
Number of Pages 32
Dimensions 8 x 10
Graphics Full-color photographs
BISACS JNF012000, JNF012040, JNF061000
Rights Included CA, US
Language English

Author: Clive Gifford

Discussion Questions
Glossary of key words
Index
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Sources for further research
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Table of contents
Full-color photographs