Tynker Blog https://www.tynker.com/blog/ Tynker makes it fun and easy to learn computer programming. Get started today with Tynker's easy-to-learn, visual programming courses designed for young learners in grades K-12. Sat, 10 Jun 2023 02:40:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2 Enrichment Activities for Kids: Unleashing Potential Beyond the Classroom https://www.tynker.com/blog/enrichment-activities-for-kids-unleashing-potential-beyond-the-classroom/ Fri, 09 Jun 2023 20:36:44 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34461 Enrichment Activities for Kids: Unleashing Potential Beyond the Classroom Enrichment activities are vital to a child’s holistic development, providing opportunities for growth and exploration and nurturing their passions. While traditional academic subjects hold immense value, enrichment activities allow children to delve into diverse disciplines, expand their horizons, and develop critical skills. In this blog post, we’ll explore the concept of […]

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]]> Make Your Own Minecraft Add-Ons https://www.tynker.com/blog/make-your-own-minecraft-add-ons/ Fri, 09 Jun 2023 20:18:24 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34443 Make Your Own Minecraft Add-Ons Want to invent your own Minecraft Add-ons? Tynker makes it simple! But what is a Minecraft add-on, anyway? Add-ons let you customize your Minecraft experience. In particular, you can change how Minecraft mobs look and behave. Mobs are anything that moves in your Minecraft world: Think Creepers and Endermen, but also animals like Turtles and […]

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]]> HTML and CSS Basics: Exploring the Foundations of Web Development https://www.tynker.com/blog/html-and-css-basics/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 18:36:16 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34386 HTML and CSS Basics: Exploring the Foundations of Web Development Many people new to web development often ask, “Is HTML a programming language?” and “Is CSS a programming language?” The short answer is no. However, these technologies are the backbone of every web page and play crucial roles in shaping the way content is presented and styled. In this blog, […]

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]]> The Fascinating World of Minecraft Blocks: A Journey from Cobblestones to Diamonds & Beyond https://www.tynker.com/blog/the-fascinating-world-of-minecraft-blocks-a-journey-from-cobblestones-to-diamonds-beyond/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 17:28:40 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34343 The Fascinating World of Minecraft Blocks: A Journey from Cobblestones to Diamonds & Beyond Does the vast and varied universe of Minecraft blocks astound you? Have you ever spent countless hours entranced by the simple elegance of the command block, basking in the radiant beauty of Minecraft blocks diamond? Whether you’re a seasoned Minecraft aficionado or a newcomer entering this […]

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]]> Make Your Own Custom Minecraft Skins  https://www.tynker.com/blog/make-your-own-custom-minecraft-skins/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 17:18:50 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34354 Make Your Own Custom Minecraft Skins  You know that you can make Minecraft mods with Tynker, but did you know that you can change Skins, Items, and Blocks, too? Tynker provides convenient editors that let you totally customize your Minecraft world. Try making your own skin at the link below! Need some ideas for skins? You can also browse available […]

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]]> Create a Minecraft House With Tynker Code! https://www.tynker.com/blog/create-a-minecraft-house-with-tynker-code/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 23:34:46 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34319 Create a Minecraft House With Tynker Code! Have a cool house or architecture idea in mind, but don’t want to spend ages building it by hand? Or just looking for cool Minecraft building ideas? Try out Tynker’s building utilities to create large Minecraft structures in a snap! That’s right, you can build Minecraft blocks using computer coding! That’s a smarter […]

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]]> Featured Maker: Dominic Does Karate! https://www.tynker.com/blog/featured-maker-dominic-does-karate/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 20:19:53 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34286 Featured Maker: Dominic Does Karate! Meet our newest Featured Maker and Coding Cup winner, 10-year-old Dominic from Tennessee! Dominic likes minecraft, legos, and karate. Awesome! Dominic recently spoke with us about his experience coding with Tynker. How did you learn how to use Tynker when you were first starting out? What are some of your favorite Tynker courses or tutorials? […]

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]]> Benefits of Technology: The Power to Nurture Skills and Imagination in Children https://www.tynker.com/blog/harnessing-the-power-of-technology-nurturing-skills-and-imagination-in-children-the-benefits-of-technology/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 16:09:10 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34279 Benefits of Technology: The Power to Nurture Skills and Imagination in Children As we navigate the modern world, technology is a crucial player, weaving an intricate tapestry of advantages that redefine our ways of living, working, and socializing. What are the benefits of technology? Furthermore, how is the dynamic between children and technology shaping up? In this context, there’s a […]

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]]> Featured Coding Cup Winner: Meleana likes to play golf! https://www.tynker.com/blog/meleana-likes-to-play-golf/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 21:20:53 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34260 Featured Coding Cup Winner: Meleana likes to play golf! Meet our newest Featured Maker and Coding Cup winner, 8-year-old Meleana from Hawaii! Meleana likes video games, swimming, and playing golf. Fantastic! Meleana recently spoke with us about her experience coding with Tynker. Do you have an idea of what you want to be when you grow up? I want to […]

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]]> Crafting an Impressive Resume: A Guide for Teenagers https://www.tynker.com/blog/crafting-an-impressive-resume-a-guide-for-teenagers/ Fri, 26 May 2023 17:09:53 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34227 As a teenager, you may not have extensive work experience to boast about just yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t create an impressive resume. A well-crafted resume can be a powerful tool to showcase your skills, achievements, and potential to future employers or educational institutions. In this blog post, we’ll provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to […]

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]]> Featured Coding Cup Winner: Sama Wants to be an Astronomer https://www.tynker.com/blog/featured-coding-cup-winner-sama-wants-to-be-an-astronomer/ Tue, 23 May 2023 20:32:19 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34201 Featured Coding Cup Winner: Sama Wants to be an Astronomer Meet our newest Featured Maker and Coding Cup winner, 12-year-old Sama from California! Sama likes dance, martial arts, and theater. Awesome! Sama recently spoke with us about her experience coding with Tynker. What was your favorite thing about Coding Cup?  I think it was really fun how it was ranking […]

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]]> Code.org vs Tynker: Which is The Better Program for Schools? https://www.tynker.com/blog/code-org-vs-tynker/ Tue, 23 May 2023 16:32:19 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34193 Code.org vs Tynker: Which is The Better Program for Schools? Regarding online coding programs for kids, Tynker and Code.org are two of the most popular platforms. Both platforms offer a range of coding courses and tools designed to make learning to code accessible and fun for children. However, some significant differences between Tynker and Code.org make them better suited to […]

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]]> Featured Coding Cup Winner: Aiden loves Legos https://www.tynker.com/blog/aiden-loves-legos/ Wed, 17 May 2023 21:15:51 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34190 Featured Coding Cup Winner: Aiden loves Legos Meet our newest Featured Maker and Coding Cup winner, 12-year-old Aiden from Missouri! Aiden likes Legos, and coding. Awesome! Aiden recently spoke with us about his experience coding with Tynker.  How did you learn how to use Tynker when you were first starting out? What are some of your favorites? courses or tutorials? […]

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]]> Create Tynker Classrooms with Apple Logins https://www.tynker.com/blog/create-tynker-classrooms-with-apple-logins/ Fri, 12 May 2023 18:58:11 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34094 Create Tynker Classrooms with Apple Logins At Tynker, we want to make it incredibly easy to get your classroom started! That’s why we support Apple single sign-on for both teachers and students.  You can get started quickly with the steps below.  Setup Steps 2. Click on the “Create New Classroom” orange button if you don’t have a class or “Add […]

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]]> Tynker Now Lets You Roster with Canvas! https://www.tynker.com/blog/tynker-now-lets-you-roster-with-canvas/ Fri, 12 May 2023 18:57:45 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34015 Tynker Now Lets You Roster with Canvas! Tynker now lets you create and roster students in a Tynker class with your Canvas roster! Teachers and students can also log in directly through their Canvas dashboards. All it takes is a little setup from your Canvas district administrator and choosing which Canvas classrooms you want to sync. All the steps to […]

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]]> Create Tynker Classrooms with Microsoft Accounts https://www.tynker.com/blog/create-tynker-classrooms-with-microsoft-accounts/ Fri, 12 May 2023 18:57:36 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34017 Create Tynker Classrooms with Microsoft Accounts At Tynker, we want to make it incredibly easy to start your classroom, and we know many schools have teacher and student accounts with Microsoft/Azure.  You can get started quickly by signing in and rostering your students with the steps below. Set Up Steps 2. Click on the “Create New Classroom” orange button if […]

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]]> 10 Great Ideas To Keep Your Child’s Brain Sharp This Summer—with Code! https://www.tynker.com/blog/10-great-ideas-to-keep-your-childs-brain-sharp-this-summer-with-code/ Wed, 10 May 2023 20:11:19 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=23662 10 Great Ideas To Keep Your Child’s Brain Sharp This Summer—with Code! School’s almost out but that doesn’t mean kids and teens should stop learning. In fact, this is the perfect time for parents to help them avoid the dreaded Summer Slide—the loss of knowledge over summer break. Students, on average, lose up to 30% of their school-year learning over […]

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]]> How To Keep Your Child’s Brain Sharp in Summer! https://www.tynker.com/blog/five-great-ideas-to-keep-your-childs-brain-sharp-this-summer/ Wed, 10 May 2023 19:46:49 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=32299 How To Keep Your Child’s Brain Sharp in Summer! As the school year closes, it’s important to remember that summer break doesn’t mean learning should stop-you can help keep your child’s brain sharp this summer. Research has shown that children often experience a decline in their learning and academic skills during the summer months, known as “summer learning loss” or […]

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]]> Featured Coding Cup Winner: Silas likes Horseback Riding https://www.tynker.com/blog/silas-likes-horseback-riding/ Tue, 09 May 2023 17:30:31 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34132 Featured Coding Cup Winner: Silas likes Horseback Riding Meet our newest Featured Maker and Coding Cup winner, 14-year-old Silas from Atlanta! Silas likes origami, soccer, and horseback riding. Neat! Silas recently spoke with us about his experience coding with Tynker.  So did you like Coding Cup? Yeah, I loved it. What was your favorite thing about Coding Cup? How challenging […]

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]]> Featured Coding Cup and Code Jam Winner: Ethan Likes to Play the Piano https://www.tynker.com/blog/ethan-likes-to-play-the-piano/ Fri, 05 May 2023 17:06:01 +0000 https://www.tynker.com/blog/?p=34079 Featured Coding Cup and Code Jam Winner: Ethan Likes to Play the Piano Meet our newest Featured Maker and Coding Cup winner, 10-year-old Ethan from Western Australia! Ethan likes to play piano and code. Super! Ethan Recently spoke with us about his experience coding with Tynker.  Do you have an idea of what you want to be when you grow […]

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