Mobile app · independently evaluated

ScratchJr

A playful first coding app where young children create interactive stories and games with picture-based programming blocks.

Coding · Art & creativity · Games · Parent & educatorAges 5–7Free🌐 1 languages

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About ScratchJr

ScratchJr is an introductory programming environment for young children. Using large picture-based blocks, children can animate characters, create stories, and build simple games while learning sequencing, events, loops, and problem solving.

Age and access

This resource is listed for ages 5–7. It is available as Website, Android app, iOS app and is listed as free. The listed language coverage is English.

What stands out

Designed specifically for the first coding experiences
Supports storytelling, animation, and game creation
Official site links to iOS and Android versions and classroom curriculum

Evaluation detail

How the score is built

Coding valueStrong

Picture blocks introduce core programming concepts through making.

Age fitStrong

The provider explicitly targets ages 5–7.

Creative playStrong

Children build stories, games, animations, and scenes.

Evidence confidenceGood

Official site verifies access, age, downloads, and project scale; exact language and privacy details remain incomplete.

For grown-ups

Parent notes

The provider says projects are stored locally on the device; adults should still review device permissions and the current privacy policy.
ScratchJr is intentionally simpler than Scratch and is best treated as an early-years introduction rather than a full coding curriculum.
The provider reports 20+ languages but does not enumerate them on the inspected page.

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