In an era when computers are now an essential part of the lives of young and old, the games that children play are evolving along with the devices they hold in their hands.
It was therefore expected that code activities would also have entered the list of their favorite activities, helping them to understand and develop their ability to use technology and, of course, in the future, giving them a significant advantage in the job market.
Many children may not be interested in programming, but with the games we present below, you can spark their interest and help them improve their problem-solving and thinking skills, which are of major importance at these ages.
Most of the apps we present to you are available on multiple platforms, such as iOS, Mac, Android, PC, some are available for free while others are paid. It depends on what you choose for your children.
So let's go see them, shall we?
Free or Demo
Lightbot and Lightbot Jr.
Age: 4-8 (Lightbot.Jr), 9+ (Lightbot)
Android: Light Bot
iOS: Light Bot
Web Browser: Lightbot.com
Pricing: Free (Browser), $3(iOS/Android)
Kodable
Age: 5-8
iOS: Kodable
Web Browser: Kodable.com
Pricing: Free ($7 for Pro version)
Robozzle
Age: 6+
Android: Robozzle
iOS: Robozzle
Windows: Robozzle
Web Browser: Robozzle.com
Pricing: Free ($1 for Windows)
Cargo-Bot
Age: 5+
iOS: Cargo-Bot
Pricing: Free
SpaceChem
Age: 10+
Android: SpaceChem Mobile
Steam: SpaceChem
iOS: SpaceChem Mobile
Web Browser: zachtronics.com/spacechem/
Pricing: Free demo , ($10 for steam, $3 for iOS/Android)
Code Combat
Age: 13+
Web Browser: codecombat.com
Pricing: Free
Machines
Age: 8-14
Web Browser: machineers.com
Pricing: Free demo
Bee-Bot
Age: 4-7
iOS : Bee-Bot
Pricing : Free
Paid
Code Monkey Island
Age: 8+
Web Browser: codemonkeyplanet.com
Kickstarter: Code Monkey Island
Robot Turtles
Age:3-8
Web Browser: thinkfun.com/robotturtles/
Pricing: $25
