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The emphasis for this sampling of programming packages for children
is first on simple interpreted languages. Also important for using
languages with children are good documentation, and some ability to
produce visual programs without too much effort. It is by no means
a complete list, and you are encouraged to explore other languages
with children as well; even those that are not specifically aimed for
children.
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The Logo language is specifically designed for children, with a strong
emphasis on the visual and concrete. Littlewizard is an icon-based
graphical programming language also designed for children.
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Scratch is an easy, interactive, collaborative, visual programming language
with children from ages 8 and up as their target group.
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Arduino is a popular micro controller that is widely used by both people
learning electronics and programming as well as seasoned veterans doing
complex projects. It is necessary to connect a physical Arduino circuit board
in order to experiment with arduino.