Give your preschooler a strong computer science foundation withSmart Start: Beginning Coding Stories and Activities.Children will learn important coding concepts with engaging stories and practice activities. Based on the K – 12 Computer Science Framework, this dynamic early learning series helps children understand coding concepts to develop a strong foundation in computer science, including computational thinking, problem solving, and critical thinking.Recipient of Creative Child Magazine’s 2022 Book of the Year Award,Smart Start: Beginning Codingprovides engaging, screen-free coding activities that build foundational skills.Each full-color activity book is organized into eight themed units around one coding concept and includes:Coding storiesthat demonstrate what coders do and include an audio read-aloud featureConcept pagesthat connect coding concepts to real-world situationsPractice activitiesthat reinforce important coding rulesReview pagesfor every coding concept practicedCoding projectswith print-based games and puzzlesMini coding handbookwith key termsComputer science concepts and skills help early learners become critical thinkers by practicing the building blocks of thinking such as:Algorithmsthat design simple steps to solve problemsDecompositionthat shows how to break down complex problems into smaller onesSequencingthat demonstrates how the order of things is importantPattern recognitionthat makes connections between similar problemsProgramming language concepts such as:Debuggingthat shows how to look for mistakes and correct themLoopsthat can be used to save time by instructing a computer to repeat an actionChildren will also practice a variety of readiness skills such as print awareness, visual discrimination, following directions, and fine-motor skills.Includes reward stickers, an audio option for read-alouds, and answer key.