Introduce your child to the foundations of computer coding and teach them the skills to take on their future, now.
Prepare children to be the problem-solvers, inventors, engineers, scientists, and technologists of tomorrow by equipping them with the foundational skills they'll need, today. Through accessible, fun, and engaging activities that are also completely screen-free, Unplugged Tots helps teachers and parents introduce computational thinking skills to children as young as 2, giving them a head start in the world of technology.
This book:
Features 100% screen-free activities - no computer, tablet, or mobile phone needed Requires no prior technical knowledge Facilitates learning through structured play Helps you teach pre-computer coding skills to children aged 2 to 8 years
Code is the fundamental building block of all computer programs - those sets of instructions that power everything from the World Wide Web to your car. Its importance has been recognised by governments all over the world, and programming has been added to countries' school curricula accordingly.
This book will help you teach the core concepts behind coding to preschool-aged children (and have fun while doing it!). Just like learning an additional language, the process of learning digital skills has numerous benefits for children (as well as parents, teachers, and caregivers), including improved communication, greater confidence, and perhaps the most important skill of all: the ability to learn from failure.
The activities in Unplugged Tots are designed for children aged 2 to 8 to enjoy, with help from an adult; the book does not define age ranges for the activities, as children have different abilities, interests, and attention spans. The activities are scaffolded, meaning every child can start with the basics and follow the fun as they progress to other levels. Each chapter also includes tips to simplify and extend the activities, enabling Unplugged Tots to grow with the child!
By:
Hannah Hagon
Imprint: Raspberry Pi Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 235mm,
Width: 191mm,
ISBN: 9781916868229
ISBN 10: 1916868223
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 09 September 2025
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming
1. Introduction to Unplugged Tots The challenge The solution The practice Let the adventure begin! 2. Deconstruction Introduction Activity: Jigsaw puzzles Activity: Sorting the washing Activity: Growing and debugging in the garden Extension ideas 3: Pattern recognition Introduction Activity: Pattern fun with familiar objects Activity: Repeating image patterns Activity: Nature walk patterns Extension ideas 4. Algorithms Introduction Activity: Introducing algorithms with dancing toys Activity: Biscuit-icing algorithm Activity: Debugging algorithms with cloud dough Extension ideas 5. Sequencing Introduction Activity: Rainbow sequence Activity: Pedestrian crossing light sequence Activity: Debugging a getting-dressed sequence Extension ideas 6. Logic Introduction Activity: Tumbling towers Activity: Symmetrical butterfly paintings Activity: Adventures in shopping, logic, and debugging Extension ideas 7. Maps, directions, and navigation Introduction Activity: Making marble mazes with blocks Activity: Map-making with landmarks Activity: Debugging maps Extension ideas 8. Conclusion Core themes Looking forward Final thoughts Get in touch
Hannah Hagon is the founder of Unplugged Tots. Hannah supports schools, parents and, ultimately, children, giving them a toolkit of skills they can use as they grow and eventually enter the workforce. Hannah works with nurseries and schools to provide curriculum support, schemes of work and lesson plans based on the UK EYFS and National Curriculum. She also works with parents to support the growth of their children, helping to balance screen use at home and allowing more opportunities for parents and children to bond and connect over learn-play experiences. Hannah is based in the United Kingdom.
