by Wanda Dann
First published 2005
Wanda Dann introduces programming concepts through Alice, a visual programming environment designed for beginners. The book focuses on teaching fundamental programming principles without the complexity of traditional text-based coding languages. Dann guides readers through Alice's drag-and-drop interface, where students create animations and interactive stories while learning core concepts like loops, conditionals, and object-oriented programming. The approach makes abstract programming ideas concrete through visual storytelling and character animation. Students build 3D worlds and control virtual objects, gaining hands-on experience with programming logic. The book serves educators and students seeking an accessible entry point into computer science, offering a foundation that transfers to more advanced programming languages and concepts.
Genres: education, non-fiction, computer-science, academic, programming
Vibes: accessible, educational, informative, instructional, visual
Tropes: beginner-friendly, hands-on-learning, teaching-tool
135 pages · Paperback · Pearson College Div