I started giving coding classes for kids, not long ago so I started looking for, books that can teach coding in a fun way. Here is the 4 books that I loved so much, and I recommend to introduce Computational Thinking, have fun with your kids and help them learn new skills by giving them access to coding books.

Hello Ruby: Adventures in Coding

Hello Ruby Adventures in Coding is a beautifully illustrated book for young children and tells a story of a little 6 y/o girl (Ruby) who goes on an adventure and meets lots of new friends. this book teaches programming fundamentals through stories and kid-friendly activities. It’s suited for kids between 5 and 8, the story and characters are all about coding and computers.

Author: Linda Liukas

Age: 5+

Hello Ruby: Journey Inside the Computer

Hello Ruby Journey Insider the Computer is an activity picture book which takes children on a journey inside Ruby’s dad’s broken computer to discover everything that lies within. Her trusty friend, Mouse helps her discover the hardware, bits and logic gates learning about the basic elements that power our computers. We’re big fans of the Hello Ruby series and believe they should feature on more home bookshelves.

Author: Linda Liukas

Age: 5+

Lift-the-flap Computers nd Coding

Lift the Flap Computers and Coding is a great book to introduce kids to how a computer and coding works . There are lots of flaps to lift and facts to read. Algorithms, are explained with a treasure hunt game and puzzles, and there are examples of programs in the coding language Scratch.The book is bright and fun with games and activities dotted around.

Author: Rosie Dickins

Age: 6+

Coding Games in Scratch

this book is “A Step-by-Step Visual Guide to Building Your Own Computer Games,” Written for children ages 8–12 with little to no coding experience, this straightforward visual guide uses fun graphics and easy-to-follow instructions to show young learners how to build their own computer projects using Scratch, a popular free programming language.

With Coding Games in Scratch, kids can build single and multiplayer platform games, create puzzles and memory games, race through mazes, add animation, and more. If your kid wants to stop reading about code and actually make something, this is the book for them.

Author: Jon Woodcock

Age: 8+