From the editors of Brain Quest, America’s #1 educational bestseller! This Big Fat Notebook makes it all “sink in” with key concepts, mnemonic devices, definitions, diagrams, and doodles to help you understand computer science.  Including:Computing systemsBinary codeAlgorithmsComputational thinkingLoops, events, and proceduresProgramming in Scratch and PythonBoolean ExpressionsWeb developmentCybersecurityHTMLCSS…and more!   The Big Fat Notebook series is built on a simple and irresistible conceit—borrowing the notes from the smartest kid in class. Each book in the series meets Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and state history standards, and are vetted by National and State Teacher of the Year Award–winning teachers. They make learning fun and are the perfect next step for every kid who grew up on Brain Quest. Read more

Games and activities that teach kids ages 10+ to code with PythonLearning to code isn't as hard as it sounds―you just have to get started! Coding for Kids: Python starts kids off right with 50 fun, interactive activities that teach them the basics of the Python programming language. From learning the essential building blocks of programming to creating their very own games, kids will progress through unique lessons packed with helpful examples―and a little silliness!Kids will follow along by starting to code (and debug their code) step by step, seeing the results of their coding in real time. Activities at the end of each chapter help test their new knowledge by combining multiple concepts. For young programmers who really want to show off their creativity, there are extra tricky challenges to tackle after each chapter. All kids need to get started is a computer and this book.This beginner's guide to Python for kids includes:50 Innovative exercises―Coding concepts come to life with game-based exercises for creating code blocks, drawing pictures using a prewritten module, and more.Easy-to-follow guidance―New coders will be supported by thorough instructions, sample code, and explanations of new programming terms.Engaging visual lessons―Colorful illustrations and screenshots for reference help capture kids' interest and keep lessons clear and simple.Encourage kids to think independently and have fun learning an amazing new skill with this coding book for kids. Read more

The bestselling scientific series continues to expand! Fans of Chris Ferrie's Pythagorean Theorem for Babies, Organic Chemistry for Babies, and 8 Little Planets will love this introduction to artificial intelligence for babies and toddlers!From the #1 science author for kids comes this next installment in the bestselling Baby University series! Artificial Intelligence for Babies introduces babies (and grownups!) to the basic way artificial intelligence works, explained in an easy-to-understand and fun way!Written by an expert, this is the perfect book for enlightening the next generation of geniuses. It's never too early to become a mathematician or scientist! Read more

Fans of Chris Ferrie's ABCs of Economics, ABCs of Space, and Organic Chemistry for Babies will love this introduction to neural networks for babies and toddlers!Help your future genius become the smartest baby in the room! It only takes a small spark to ignite a child's mind.Neural Networks for Babies by Chris Ferrie is a colorfully simple introduction to the study of how machines and computing systems are created in a way that was inspired by the biological neural networks in animal and human brains. With scientific and mathematical information from an expert, this installment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect book for enlightening the next generation of geniuses. After all, it's never too early to become a scientist!If you're looking for programming for babies, coding for babies, or more Baby University board books to surprise your little one, look no further! Neural Networks for Babies offers fun early learning for your little scientist! Read more

The second edition of the best-selling Python for Kids—which brings you (and your parents) into the world of programming—has been completely updated to use the latest version of Python, along with tons of new projects!Python is a powerful programming language that’s easy to learn and fun to use! But books about programming in Python can be dull and that’s no fun for anyone.Python for Kids brings kids (and their parents) into the wonderful world of programming. Jason R. Briggs guides you through the basics, experimenting with unique (and hilarious) example programs featuring ravenous monsters, secret agents, thieving ravens, and more. New terms are defined; code is colored and explained; puzzles stretch the brain and strengthen understanding; and full-color illustrations keep you engaged throughout. By the end of the book, you’ll have programmed two games: a clone of the famous Pong, and “Mr. Stick Man Races for the Exit”—a platform game with jumps and animation.This second edition is revised and updated to reflect Python 3 programming practices. There are new puzzles to inspire you and two new appendices to guide you through Python’s built-in modules and troubleshooting your code.As you strike out on your programming adventure, you’ll learn how to:Use fundamental data structures like lists, tuples, and dictionaries Organize and reuse your code with functions and modulesUse control structures like loops and conditional statements Draw shapes and patterns with Python’s turtle moduleCreate games, animations, and other graphical wonders with tkinterWhy should serious adults have all the fun? Python for Kids is your ticket into the amazing world of computer programming.Covers Python 3.x which runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, even Raspberry Pi Read more

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Big, brainy science for the littlest listeners.Accurate enough to satisfy an expert, yet simple enough for baby, this clever board book showcases the use of logic, sequence, and patterns to solve problems. Can Baby think like a coder to fix her train? Beautiful, visually stimulating illustrations complement age-appropriate language to encourage baby's sense of wonder. Parents and caregivers may learn a thing or two, as well!Author's Note:The goal of the Baby Loves Science books is to introduce STEM topics in a developmentally appropriate way. As a precursor to learning programming languages and syntax, Baby Loves Coding presents the concepts of sequencing, problem solving, cause and effect, and thinking step-by-step. Practicing these skills early creates a solid foundation for reading, writing, math and eventually, programming. Read more

A set of science books for kids perfect as a gift for your young scientists! Featuring favorite Chris Ferrie quantum science titles, these STEM books for toddlers will make any science lover happy!The bestselling Baby University Quantum Science baby board book set includes educational books for babies and toddlers written by science expert Chris Ferrie. The four-book set features colorful, simple introductions to scientific principles for fun early learning. It's the perfect newborn baby gift for your little scientist! This set is also great for those looking for gifts for science teachers.Books Included in this Four-Book Set:Quantum Entanglement for BabiesQuantum Computing for BabiesQuantum Information for BabiesNeural Networks for BabiesGive the gift of learning to your toddler or newborn for birthdays, baby showers, holidays, and beyond! This baby board book set introduces basic scientific concepts and STEM to even the youngest scientist. Read more

Coding for kids without a computer―an offline skill-building book for ages 5 to 7Coding helps kids develop analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and beyond! In this exciting guide to coding for kids, your child will discover the core concepts of coding through colorful games and activities―without using a computer.These fun challenges can be done right inside the book or with everyday objects to help kids practice the same skills coders use, like writing clear instructions, recognizing patterns, and working efficiently. There's even a place for your beginner to invent their own codes!This coding for kids book features:Coding fundamentals―Practice algorithms, loops, conditionals, optimization, debugging, and variables with games that help kids think like a computer programmer.Meet the coder crew―Explore coding for kids with a whole cast of characters, including Al the helper, Pixel the creative expert, Lo the problem-solver, Bug the pattern-spotter, and their robot dog Spot the Bot!On and off the page―Sharpen skills with fun on-the-page puzzles and off-the-page activities that give kids a chance to practice in different ways.Set your little ones up for success with coding for kids that only requires a pencil, paper, and their imagination. Read more

Build and play your own computer games, from creative quizzes to perplexing puzzles, by coding them in the Python programming language!Whether you're a seasoned programmer or a beginner hoping to learn Python, you'll find Coding Games in Python fun to read and easy to follow. Each chapter shows you how to construct a complete working game in simple numbered steps. Using freely available resources such as Pygame, Pygame Zero, and a downloadable pack of images and sounds, you can add animations, music, scrolling backgrounds, scenery, and other exciting professional touches.After building the game, find out how to adapt it to create your own personalised version with secret hacks and cheat codes!You'll master the key concepts that programmers need to write code - not just in Python, but in all programming languages. Find out what bugs, loops, flags, strings, and turtles are. Learn how to plan and design the ultimate game, and then play it to destruction as you test and debug it.Before you know it, you'll be a coding genius! Read more

The perfect introduction to artificial intelligence for kids―from the creator of Baby University!From activation and data to quantum computing and zettaflops, it's never to early to become an artificial intelligence buff! With bright illustrations and text written by experts, ABCs of Artificial Intelligence is the perfect book for enlightening the next generation of geniuses.  Read more

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AI for Kids: Learn, Create, and Master ChatGPT is the ultimate interactive workbook to prepare young minds for the AI-driven future! This is like an AI Tutor for you and your kids.Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the world at lightning speed, transforming how we work, play, and learn. Kids today will grow up in a world powered by AI, and this workbook helps them get ready by teaching essential skills in a fun, safe, and engaging way.Packed with hands-on activities, this book introduces tools like ChatGPT and other AI technologies to spark creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving skills. Kids aged 8+ will explore how AI works, how to use it responsibly, and how to make the most of its amazing possibilities.Whether they’re writing stories, designing games, planning adventures, or creating songs, kids will have fun while learning real-world skills to thrive in the future. With clear instructions, a strong emphasis on safety, and a professional approach, AI for Kids is the perfect resource for parents, teachers, and young learners.What’s Inside:Fun, interactive activities like creating stories, songs, and even virtual pets.Step-by-step guidance for using AI tools like ChatGPT safely and effectively.Insights into how AI is transforming the world and why it matters.Tools for building creativity, logic, and confidence.Empower your child to be a leader in tomorrow’s world with this trusted, high-quality workbook. Start their AI adventure today! Read more

Introduce your little computer scientist to the essential coding basics and turn their everyday world into an extraordinary learning adventure!Written by an expert, I Can Code: IF/THEN uses simple text, colorful illustrations, and interactive flaps to help little ones discover the building blocks of coding all around them! As they follow along with an adorable story about cause and effect, they'll explore fundamental concepts like conditions, rules, and logic―and have fun doing it.Educators are saying every child needs to know the basics of coding―and this book will get them started as early as possible! Read more

“If you’ve got a good idea, and you know it’s going to work, go ahead and do it.”The inspiring story of Grace Hopper—the boundary-breaking woman who revolutionized computer science—is told told in an engaging picture book biography.   Who was Grace Hopper? A software tester, workplace jester, cherished mentor, ace inventor, avid reader, naval leader—AND rule breaker, chance taker, and troublemaker. Acclaimed picture book author Laurie Wallmark (Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine) once again tells the riveting story of a trailblazing woman. Grace Hopper coined the term “computer bug” and taught computers to “speak English.” Throughout her life, Hopper succeeded in doing what no one had ever done before. Delighting in difficult ideas and in defying expectations, the insatiably curious Hopper truly was “Amazing Grace” . . . and a role model for science- and math-minded girls and boys. With a wealth of witty quotes, and richly detailed illustrations, this book brings Hopper's incredible accomplishments to life. Read more

From the editors of Brain Quest, America’s #1 educational bestseller! This Big Fat Notebook makes it all “sink in” with key concepts, mnemonic devices, definitions, diagrams, and doodles to help you understand computer science.  Including:Computing systemsBinary codeAlgorithmsComputational thinkingLoops, events, and proceduresProgramming in Scratch and PythonBoolean ExpressionsWeb developmentCybersecurityHTMLCSS…and more!   The Big Fat Notebook series is built on a simple and irresistible conceit—borrowing the notes from the smartest kid in class. Each book in the series meets Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and state history standards, and are vetted by National and State Teacher of the Year Award–winning teachers. They make learning fun and are the perfect next step for every kid who grew up on Brain Quest. Read more

With the key coding concepts explained in this book, now updated with Scratch Version 3.0, any kid can become a super-coder! Learn how to code your very own computer games using Scratch software. With easy-to-follow, illustrated step-by-step instructions, create all types of popular games from Snake and Brick Bouncer to driving and action games. Code Your Own Games introduces key coding concepts through simple and practical tasks – from drawing shapes and giving instructions in code to building games and much more! Each chapter progresses in difficulty, yet instructions and explanations are always easy to understand.   Read more

"AI for Smart Kids Ages 6-9" takes you on an exciting trip into the world of AI. This book will show you the wonders of AI in a way that is both fun and easy to understand. The only requirement to read this book is that you are curious to learn about new things, and love the wonders of science and technology!In this book, you will discover how AI is changing almost every aspect of our lives, and how it will become an important part of our future. You will learn about the interesting history of AI, from the first ideas about it in ancient times to the amazing innovations that led to its birth in the 1950s. You will be amazed at how AI works by learning about things like data, machine learning, code, computer vision, and natural language processing. Don't worry about the technical terms, they will be explained to you in ways that you can easily understand and use. Follow along as AI develops and becomes a part of our daily lives, changing education, jobs, creativity, and even healthcare in big ways.The book also talks about how important it is to use AI in an ethical fashion (to do the right things), and what risks it might bring if it is misused. We all start need to think about how we can use AI in a responsible way. This book tells you about what to look for when it comes to new information and tools, and it provides useful resources for you to learn more about AI, solve puzzles using your new knowledge, and learn how to code. Join Dr. Leo Lexicon on this incredible adventure!--Dr. Leo Lexicon is an educator and author. He is the founder of Lexicon Labs, a publishing imprint that is focused on creating entertaining books for active minds. Read more

This Computer Science Activity Book was specifically developed to grab the attention of young learners, keep them excited as they engage in hands-on exercises, and teach Computer Science concepts in an easy-to-learn manner. This book aims to enlighten children of all ages on the following concepts:Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence, Binary Numbers, Code, Condition, Loop, Pattern Recognition, Sequence, Web Browser, Web Page, Bug, Program, Graphical User Interface, HTML, JavaScript, and URL. Read more

How to teach your child three powerful programming languages without frustration, even if they’ve never coded before!Ever struggle to find a coding guide that’s both fun and educational for kids? Does your child feel stuck or overwhelmed when learning new programming languages? Are you looking for a simple way to introduce your child to coding without confusing jargon or complex lessons?If so, this book offers a step-by-step, multi-language guide to coding that keeps kids engaged while teaching them real-world programming skills. With Bob Mather’s experience in creating accessible, fun coding projects, your child will feel confident learning C, C++, and Python—three of the most versatile programming languages used in the industry today.Book 1: Coding for Kids in C#Book 2: Coding for Kids Ages 8-12Book 3: Learn Python Using SoccerBook 4: Python Programming Projects Workbook for KidsIn this book, you will discover: How to teach kids coding fundamentals in C#, C++, and Python using fun, hands-on projects 200+ engaging projects that make learning programming fun and interactive The most important concepts in each language, explained in simple, kid-friendly terms How to boost your child’s problem-solving skills through real-world coding scenarios Techniques for teaching kids how to write their first programs and run them successfully Step-by-step guidance on how to set up a coding environment for beginners A structured learning path for your child to progress from beginner to more advanced coding Fun, creative coding challenges that help kids think like real programmers How learning multiple programming languages enhances creativity and cognitive development Tips for debugging and troubleshooting code—making problem-solving a breeze How coding can improve logical thinking, math skills, and attention to detail The best practices for encouraging kids to create their own projects and experiment Why coding at a young age prepares children for future tech-related careers Even if your child has never touched a computer before, this book breaks down each step to make learning both fun and easy.If you want to help your child unlock their full coding potential, then grab this book today and get started!This structured description will resonate with parents who want to teach their children coding in a fun and accessible way. Read more