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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.

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This book makes programming fun! This lively, fun book introduces new coders of all ages to simple programming in JavaScript. Jo Ann Smith is a great programming teacher, and the author of over a dozen college textbooks on a variety of programming topics. Her use of color makes it easy for new coders to visualize the basic logic of a programming language, allowing them to build their own programs step-by-step. You won't be disappointed! Perfect for all ages! ColorMyCode clearly states what is needed to begin and what is contained in the book in addition to offering on line demonstration videos. No prior understanding of programming is required. Major concepts and principles are presented in a way that is very clear, concise and, most importantly, understandable. The text is supported by sold, basic illustrations for visual as well as verbal learners. The use of colors reinforces the meaning of coding terms and provides a strong visual guide. Important information is clearly identified and explained plus there are QR codes for mobile devices. Graphics throughout the book are relevant, engaging, entertaining and incredibly useful to the learning process. They are also done as black line drawings which invites students to color them in too! The engaging format, while teaching programming, provides a framework that fosters analytical and problem solving skills. It can stand alone for anyone interested in the subject and can also support what may be available academically. I can remember when new math and various other educational concepts left many parents totally flummoxed with the children's school work. This book can be a welcome relief for parents as coding is being incorporated into schools. As a grandparent, I can attest that I was able to get through this book successfully and enjoyed the jokes along the journey!

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Jo Ann Smith has been involved with computational thinking and computer programming for nearly 40 years - as the owner of a computer training company, a professor of computer science, a computer consultant in higher education and an employee of AT&T Bell Labs. She has authored 19 college level computer science text books. Now retired, she has been teaching computer programming to 3rd thru 6th grade students at her local library in Batavia, Illinois. She has been using the coloring techniques used in ColorMyCode and has found the children enthusiastic. She has also found their parents excited - some asking if they could participate. She has an MS in Computer Science from the Illinois Institute of Technology and a BS in Education from the University of Dayton Elise is a devoted artist, musician, daughter, sister and aunt. She has grown up always looking for ways to satisfy her creative hunger. Elise studied Graphic Design at Illinois State University and Waubonsee Community College. She earned an Associate Degree and plans to make her way to Chicago in order to continue her education and seek creative opportunities.

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