Resources
Scratch
Program and share interactive media such as stories, games, and animation.
Code Combat
CodeCombat is a platform for students to learn computer science while playing through a real game.
Khan Academy
Computer science tutorials!
SoloLearn
SoloLearn is a mobile social platform where everyone can learn coding.
About Us
CoderDojo is a global movement of free, volunteer-led, community-based programming clubs for young people. At a Dojo, young people learn how to code and explore technology in an informal and creative environment. In addition to learning to code, attendees meet like-minded people and are exposed to the possibilities of technology.
Kids ages 8 to 18 are encouraged to think creatively and have fun learning in a relaxed, social environment. Petaluma dojo meets Wednesdays at the Petaluma Regional Library.
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Latest News
Raspberry Pi “Swear Bear” keeps potty mouth in check
Why use a regular swear jar to retrain your potty-mouth when it’s way more fun to build a Swear Bear? Learn how Raspberry Pi “Swear Bear” can keep your potty mouth in check here.
Coolest Projects in 2021!
The world leading technology fair for young people, the Coolest Projects, is back next year as an online showcase! Make sure to mark your calendars: registration opens February 1, with all levels and skills welcomed. To sign up for regular updates: http://rpf.io/cp-news-2021 For inspiration, check out the wonderful 2020 showcase! https://online.coolestprojects.org/gallery
CodeBytes streams during Computer Science Education week!
Code.org will be streaming CodeBytes during Computer Science Education Week, December 7-11. To join each day for CodeBytes! code.org/codebytes CodeBytes is a brand new series of easy-to-digest, 20 minute interactive computer science lessons that will stream twice daily during Computer Science Education Week. If you’re planning for a classroom that’s gone fully virtual, CodeBytes are designed[…]
Learn about tech to protect the Earth!
Young people can learn about tech for a green planet and code along with the environmental Scatch projects. Follow this link to get started here.
Giving young people the chance to run their computer programs in space
Give your learners the chance to do science in space. For those interested, there’s one week left to register your team’s experiment idea. To learn more or register, visit: www.astro-pi.org https://youtu.be/OYGgcevyqWg
A month full of coding for wellness!
We all need to look after ourselves at these days. Join the Digital Making at Home team as they launch a month full of coding to help you feel good, physically and mentally! To learn more: https://www.raspberrypi.org/at-home/posts/lets-code-to-stay-happy-and-healthy-1/
We Can Still Avoid an Education Catastrophe
Virtual school will never be a perfect replacement for in-person learning, but there’s a lot of room for improvement. This compelling article discusses the support and tools families and educators need to avoid going from an education crisis to an education catastrophe. To read more, click here.
Use Scratch to Code
Scratch is a block-based programming tool that lets you create lots of different projects. It’s often one of the first programming tools children use in primary school. Raspberry Pi has great resources that will support you and your children as they develop their confidence in Scratch. Watch now: www.raspberrypi.org/blog/learn-at-home-scratch-beyond-basics-community/
Coolest Projects goes online and everyone is welcome!
Have your kids built something cool with tech? A Raspberry Pi project, a Scratch game, a website? If they want to share their tech project with the world, they can take part in the Coolest Projects online showcase this year! Find out how to sign up: www.raspberrypi.org/blog/coolest-projects-goes-online-2020/
Show-stopping projects for endless entertainment!
Catch up on what young makers around the world have been up to with Digital Making at Home! Kids can join the fun anytime with friendly code-along videos. Learn more here.