Explore the wonders of STEM in an exciting, interactive story for kids.
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Taco and his best friend Orion, two inquisitive young minds, discover a mysterious, ancient computer hidden in the woods behind their homes. During their exploration, Taco accidentally activates a hidden mechanism, transporting them into a fantastic digital realm known as Digi-Land. This digital world, existing within the confines of the computer, is vibrant and full of wonders but also challenges.
Upon their arrival in Digi-Land, they encounter 5 unique digital creatures - Pixela, Biton, Circo, Codix, and Glitch - each embodying different aspects of digital technology and computer science- who initially see them as viral threats to their existence. After some initial misunderstandings, they join forces to navigate Digi-Land and find a way for Taco and Orion to return home. Their journey is impeded by an infamous villain, Cipher Shadow, a malicious virus that has been causing chaos in Digi-Land for Centuries.
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Readers actively make choices that shape the story, combining puzzles and challenges to enhance engagement and critical thinking.
Simplifies computer science fundamentals like coding, binary, hardware/software interaction, debugging, and graphic design, presenting them in a kid-friendly and relatable way.
Each chapter introduces STEM concepts through real-world applications and interactive exercises, reinforcing learning with coding tasks and design challenges.
Taco is a brave and optimistic leader with an adventurous spirit and boundless curiosity. He is resourceful, quick to learn, and skilled at navigating and solving digital dilemmas, driven by his fascination with technology. As the initiator of their Digi-Land exploration, Taco's creative problem-solving and determination inspire others and propel the story forward.
Orion is calm, intelligent, and methodical, balancing Taco's energy with his logical and analytical mindset. A master of critical thinking and puzzles, Orion excels at strategizing and navigating complex challenges. His thoughtful insights and problem-solving abilities make him an invaluable partner in uncovering the mysteries and overcoming the obstacles of Digi-Land.
Pixela is a vibrant and energetic digital sprite made of shimmering pixels, representing the visual aspects of digital technology. Knowledgeable in graphic design and digital art, she guides Taco and Orion through visually complex challenges, demonstrating how art and technology intersect in STEM.
Biton, a small but powerful creature composed of binary code, symbolizes the foundation of digital information. Logical and precise, he educates Taco and Orion on binary code and data types, laying the groundwork for understanding computer programming.
Circo, resembling a living circuit board, represents the hardware aspect of computers. Wise and knowledgeable, he helps the group understand the interaction between hardware and software, offering insights into the fundamentals of software engineering.
Codix is a dynamic, shape-shifting entity made of flowing lines of code, embodying the flexibility of programming. She teaches Taco and Orion coding logic, structure, and how to create algorithms, making her an invaluable guide to understanding programming concepts.
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Glitch is a quirky and unpredictable character resembling a flickering hologram. While prone to causing chaos, she is an expert in debugging and error handling, teaching Taco and Orion the importance of resolving bugs and handling unexpected problems in digital systems.
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Cipher Shadow, once a part of Digi-Land's security, has become a powerful and malevolent virus. It creates endless loops and errors, challenging Taco and Orion to debug its effects and teaching them the importance of error handling and programming logic while embodying the dangers of unchecked digital systems.
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Makes complex STEM concepts approachable while introducing essential digital skills for a tech-driven world.
Develops critical thinking through interactive challenges and exercises like debugging and coding.
Combines art and technology to inspire imagination and highlights the value of teamwork to achieve goals.
The book is designed for ages 6-10, but older kids who love STEM and coding may enjoy it too!
Yes! While the book itself is in PDF format, it includes downloadable worksheets with fun activities, coding challenges, and creative exercises to keep kids engaged.
Nope! The book introduces coding and computer science in a way that’s fun, simple to understand, and doesn’t require prior knowledge.
Once you purchase or access the book, you’ll receive a link to download it as a PDF file that you can read on a computer, tablet, or print out.
Yes! The book is designed to be print-friendly, so you can print all or part of it, including the worksheets!
The book teaches beginner-friendly coding concepts like:
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Creating educational computer science content for young learners to foster computational literacy, increase creative expression, and break down barriers.
STEM for all.
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