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Coding Problem solving
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90/100 · ages 4–18

Rice 24/7 CSEd Resources

Rice University’s School Mathematics Project curates free computer-science resources for children and families, including Code Break, Hour of Code, and CS Fundamentals Express.

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Boise State Kidsteam

Boise State University’s Kidsteam invites children to help design technology with researchers through free twice-weekly after-school sessions involving drawing, programming, problem solving, and collaborative making.

WebsitePhysical placeExperiments & projectsMuseums & places
6–11 · Free; limited availability88
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Star Stuff Edu

A free browser coding game that builds sequencing, pattern, loop, and problem-solving skills.

WebsiteExperiments & projectsGames & interactives
6–12 · Free with paid options88
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Learning Logic

Learning Logic is a free-to-play puzzle game that introduces children to logical thinking and simple circuit concepts through interactive challenges.

WebsiteGames & interactivesPrograms & challenges
6–12 · Free to play; no ads and nothing collected stated by provider87
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Plethora

Plethora uses game-based challenges to teach computational thinking, logical reasoning, problem solving, and computer-science foundations without requiring prior coding.

WebsiteGames & interactivesPrograms & challenges
9–14 · Free to play; educator plans vary84
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Tynker Junior

Tynker Junior is a pre-reader coding app for ages 5–7 where children snap together graphical blocks across coding adventures and creation activities.

Android appApps & digital tools
5–7 · Free start; monthly or yearly subscription for full access84
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GetSetKode

GetSetKode is a browser-based first coding adventure where children guide a robot through short puzzles using Python-style logic.

WebsiteGames & interactivesPrograms & challenges
7–12 · Free; no sign-up82
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LittleActivity Coding

LittleActivity Coding offers browser-based coding activities organized by school year, with visual programming paths and beginner-friendly practice for young learners.

WebsitePrograms & challengesWebsites & online learning
5–12 · Free to explore; some features may require an account82
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Code Land

Code Land is a visual coding app for children ages 4–10 using games to teach coding, problem solving, and critical thinking, with Android and Windows availability.

Android appApps & digital toolsGames & interactives
4–10 · Free with in-app purchases81
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CodeMonkey

CodeMonkey is a game-based coding platform for children and teens that teaches block coding, CoffeeScript, Python, problem solving, and game creation for home, clubs, and schools.

WebsiteGames & interactivesPrograms & challenges
5–14 · Free trial; home and school plans vary84
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