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What is the Coding with LEGO® program?

Coding with LEGO® is a fun and innovative program that combines the well known playful blocks with easy-to-use hardware and an intuitive coding software to create hands-on purposeful play. Participants collaborate with a partner in using their creativity, critical-thinking, and problem solving skills.

                        

Current Coding with LEGO® Program: December 2025 Sessions at the Main Library

We are offering 2 different editions of the Coding with LEGO® program! Family and Prime Edition.

Coding with LEGO® Family Edition is a program format designed for children ages 6+ and their families.

  • Friday, December 5 | 3:30-4:30pm

  • Wednesday, December 10 | 4-5pm

  • Friday, December 19 | 3:30-4:30pm

  • Monday, December 22 | 4-5pm

 

Coding with LEGO® Prime Edition is a program format designed for children ages 9+. This is a new program that is more advanced and coding focused. Students will need to follow instruction, work with a partner, and solve complex coding programs. This program format is only for children participants.

  • Monday, December 22 | 11:00am-12:30pm

     

    Registration is Required!             Sign up here

 

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Coding at home!

  • Scratch : Scratch is a high-level, block-based visual programming language and website aimed primarily at children as an educational tool, with a target audience of ages 8 to 16. Users on the site can create projects on the website using a block-like interface. If you would like to join the Alameda Free Library Scratch Studio please email Fernanda Nuñez (fnunez@alamedaca.gov) for a Scratch account sign up link!

  • Scratch Jr : Scratch Jr is a visual programming language designed to introduce programming skills to children ages 5–7. The app is considered an introductory programming language.

  • Code.org / Hour of Code : Code.org is a non-profit organization and educational website aimed at K-12 students that specializes in computer science. The website includes free coding lessons and other resources.

 

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