codeSpark Academy Kids Coding Reviews – Page 8
5/5 rating based on 273 reviews. Read all reviews for codeSpark Academy Kids Coding for iPhone.
codeSpark Academy Kids Coding is free iOS app published by codeSpark, Inc
CodeSpark - the Foos for the Win!!
EdTechSmith
I used the Foos from CodeSpark to introduce my 1st & 2nd graders to coding. It was very engaging for students with the variety of characters, the "star" based feedback for performance and self pace. I used it in a paired programming delivery first than allowed students to work independently with frequent teacher check in as a station. When students were ready and moved on to independent work/play in the Foos... I found that there would often play through as far as they could go and disregard the number of "stars" they earned to reflect mastery of a level. I would simply tell them they would need to go back through and work each level until they did master (earn all 3 stars) for each level before they could move on. I feel that the Foos is a great start... engagement is instantaneous. I am looking forward to projected updates for the Fall. It was really easy to set up to create student friendly logins. I really like the dashboard but I know I am not using it to it's full potential but it certainly meets my needs for my afterschool code club. I still have a lot to test in the CodeSpark family of products as I work through more of the resources they have available. I hope that the latest PD offerings will help me to integrate more of the products and levels with more of my student population.
Kids love The Foos!
TeacherTechTalk
As a technology teacher I have used the online version of this app to teach coding to my K-2 students. Funny thing is, they continue to ask to play it well into middle school. It is captivating, great for nonreaders, and the kids are so busy having fun they don’t realize they are learning in the process.
Great app
Yuri_gabo
I really like this app. I’m the edtech coordinator at a school in Mexico, and we use code spark in the tech classes. Kids love it!
Love
Terrie25
Absolutely love this app for my 8 year old. We’ve tried other similar coding apps in the past but this one has kept his attention.
Great coding lessons
theladyhamlet
My 5-year-old is teaching me about loops and sequencing for way less than a coding class - we love it!
CS Teacher perspective
LATynes
It is refreshing to see some CS learning for very young age groups. This platform will support the upcoming CS mandates in school districts, which can be particularly difficult for early education teachers.