Python for Kids
Blogs, articles, free Python projects and more for kids and teens learning to code with Python.
Python reduce()
Oct 19 2021
Python’s reduce() function takes a function and uses it to perform a rolling computation over an iterable such as a list.
Read morePython map()
Oct 19 2021
Python’s map() function can be viewed as a shorthand for a for loop. It takes a function and an iterable (e.g., a list or array) and applies the same function on each element of the iterable.
Read moreThe Fibonacci Sequence
Sep 27 2021
Fibonacci numbers are a famous sequence of numbers that occur in many natural contexts. Learn how to generate and experiment with them using Python programs.
Read moreWhat is a loop in programming?
Sep 27 2021
A loop is a basic building block of coding and is referred to as a programming structure. Let’s take a look at the types of loops and how they are used within a program.
Read moreThe Beginner's Guide to Python Turtle
Sep 13 2021
Python’s Turtle is a popular module that provides many useful functions for drawing graphics, animations, and games. Learn how you can command the turtle to draw graphics!
Read moreWhat is Python used for?
Aug 2 2021
Learn why Python is one of the most popular programming languages out there and the myriad places where it is used.
Read moreThe Python sqrt() function
July 19 2021
Python’s sqrt() computes square roots and you can use it in interesting ways to solve mathematical problems.
Read moreThe Python print() function
July 18 2021
Python’s print() is a versatile function that provides various options to format and style the output from your programs.
Read moreRecursion in Python
July 17 2021
Recursion is a style of programming where a function calls itself one or more times repeatedly until a desired condition is met. Many classical algorithms in computer science are recursive in nature.
Read moreMagic Square Generator
July 15 2021
Magic squares add up to the same number along rows, columns, and diagonals. Here is a Python program to generate them.
Read morePygame Tutorial
July 14 2021
Learn to use the Pygame library in Python to create your first game. This tutorial is meant for beginners looking to get started with Pygame.
Read moreEverything you wanted to know about pygame
July 13 2021
Learn about the Python pygame library and its capabilities.
Read moreArrays versus Lists in Python: What is the Difference?
July 10 2021
Arrays and Lists are two very similar data structures in Python but have important differences. Read on to learn about them!
Read moreSolving the Tower of Hanoi in Python
July 9 2021
Learn about this ancient mathematical puzzle and the classical computer science solution to it, along with a Python implementation.
Read moreHow to make a password generator in Python
July 8 2021
Learn to write your own Python program that will generate a random password.
Read more5 Algorithms and their popular applications
July 6 2021
Algorithms are pervasive in computer science - read this post to learn about five of the most popular algorithms and their myriad applications.
Read moreQuicksort Primer
July 5 2021
Quicksort is a very popular in-place sorting algorithm so named because it is significantly faster than many other sorting algorithms. Learn about it including an implementation in Python.
Read moreMerge Sort Primer
July 3 2021
Merge sort is a classical divide-and-conquer algorithm. Learn the details of how merge sort works and a sample implementation in Python.
Read moreInsertion Sort Primer
July 2 2021
Insertion sort is a very simple algorithm for sorting, mimicking the way you sort cards in your hand. Get into the details of how Insertion Sort works and a sample implementation in Python.
Read moreBubble Sort Primer
June 29 2021
Bubble Sort is a very popular and simple algorithm for sorting. Learn how Bubble Sort works and how to implement it using Python.
Read moreLearn Python enumerate()
June 28 2021
Python’s enumerate() function is used to loop through strings, list, arrays and any other iterable object. Use iterators to build a search engine!
Read moreWhat are algorithms?
June 25 2021
What is an algorithm? How do they surface in our everyday lives? Learn about the history of algorithms, the types of algorithms, and some famous algorithms in computer science.
Read moreHow to make a Random Number Generator in Python
June 23 2021
Random numbers are crucial to realism in gaming, cryptography, and simulation. Learn all about random numbers, how they are used, and how to generate them in Python.
Read moreTop 6 Python libraries for kids
Dec 10 2019