Little Computer Scientists

by Julie Darling, D. J. Cools

Teach your child or student basic computer science concepts and vocabulary and leave them clamoring for more!

Beautifully illustrated and engagingly written, Little Computer Scientists is a whimsical exploration of computer science concepts for kids! Join a group of amateur coders as they work in binary, debug code, use HTML to build a website, and even create a LAN to game together. Using a captivating story and a diverse cast of characters, this picture book will introduce children to pertinent vocabulary and essential concepts needed to inspire an interest in computer science.

Consider the companion guidebook Supporting the Development of Computer Science Concepts in Early Childhood to help dig even deeper, engender excitement, and provide a solid understanding of computer science that sets your learner up for future success!

For effective use, this book should be purchased alongside the guidebook. The guidebook, Little Computer Scientists, and an additional storybook, Little Hackers, can be purchased together as a set, Developing Computer Science Concepts in Early Childhood [978-1-032-47108-2].

37 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 30, 2024

About the author

Julie Darling is the Founder of Growing Makerspace, LLC and the Media Specialist at the A2 STEAM school in Ann Arbor, MI. She has a BA in psychology, teaching certification and a Master of Science in Information from the University of Michigan. Julie built a makerspace for kids from the ground up and has taught kids technology and maker activities for over 18 years. You can follow her on her website: https://growingmakerspace.com/