Great kick start for a child to learn coding.
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Ref the previous reviews saying the code doesn’t work. It’s now June 2020 and perhaps the book has been revised (though not mentioned in the front), but it is clear on page 53 for the first game how to run it. The instructions on pages 24 and 25 are clear. There are no errors with the “shoot the Apple” code given on page 198. The code is written for pygame zero so many packages are pre bundled into that eg Actor. If you are running within the idle editor then yes you will need to add references to packages that don’t need to be mentioned if running via pgzrun command. This is a very clear and concise introduction to pygame zero and gives opportunity to develop and enhance the games that are included. Negative is you have to type everything, the source code is not made available for download from DK.com, just the graphic files.
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I like this series of books and have a library from maths to English. The python book is no exception it appeals to children walking them through sample apps. It gives clues to the logic of different kinds of games. There is a strong reliance on the gaming library which can be tricky on some devices and means that you don't see immediate results this can be a bit off-putting for beginners. It does not take long to get past this stage with some help. All in all useful for getting started with games.
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This book is brilliant, and you you would expect no less from DK and Vorderman one or two things though to get you started because time has moved on and the software isn't quite as plug and play as you might hope, you have to download stuff so here it is (this works for windows 10, it may also work for 11 but I don't know for sure) 1 - don't just blindy download the latest python release, search specifically for version 3.8 2 - when installing look at the options and make sure it is set 'for all users' and 'integrated operations' or whatever the other option says (if in doubt tick all) 3 - after that ALSO go to microsoft store and 'get' python 3.8 from there as well, it obviously adds in something else that makes it all work 4 - run command line in *ADMINISTRATOR* and use the commands 'pip install pygame' and 'pip install pgzero' it will be obvious it it works, you should not be seeing any long warning messages in orange 5 - go to the dk website and download the images resource pack as detailed within the book page 52 point 4 you should now be ready to get on, click on the start menu and type IDLE to find the right compiler tool (right click and create shortcut for ease of access) make a little folder next to that on the desktop called python projects and if you use the start and end code from page 25 on each project, you will be able to run the program direct from IDLE or simply by double clicking your .py file in its folder now just enjoy having fun with it you're welcome :) my kids are 8 and 6, the 6yo in particular is autistic and very good at maths, he is all over this, and also codes already in minecraft, spends his whole life looking for bugs in nintendo games so im trying to get him away from playing and more into creating
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Very well written, easily understandable an entertaining way to learn about a subject I knew very little about. Topics were fun to read about and try. Illustrations were excellent and amusing. As an introduction to coding for games it would be difficult to beat
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Great book - very easy to follow step by step instructions!
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bought this for my 11 year old nephew. He loves his computer games, and is brilliant at Maths, but hates reading. I am happy to say that within an hour or so of receiving it, he had already downloaded python! Looks like it’s going to be a winner!
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My Grandson will love this.
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veramente ben fatto con immagini e colori che attirano e incuriosiscono i ragazzi , attenzione però è in inglese ed è molto basico, tanto è vero che si rivolge a un pubblico dagli 8 anni in su
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I'm excited to share my thoughts on "Computer Coding Python Games for Kids." This book is an absolute gem for young learners interested in coding and game development. The author's approachable writing style and well-structured lessons make learning Python a breeze, even for beginners. The book's focus on creating games adds an engaging and practical element to the learning process. The step-by-step instructions, along with colorful visuals and interactive examples, ensure that kids stay engaged and excited about coding. I was particularly impressed with how the book encourages creativity by guiding readers through the process of designing their own games. It's a fantastic resource that not only imparts coding skills but also nurtures problem-solving and logical thinking abilities. As a parent, I couldn't be happier with the educational value and fun that "Computer Coding Python Games for Kids" brings to the table.
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Great coding book
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Excellent book with excellent projects of deep educational value to anyone wanting to understand Python and the workings of object oriented game coding. I think it is unfair to complain about issues installing Python, an IDE and the PyGame library - it is not the author’s fault that setting up Python can take patience and may require some assistance for your system. She covers both Windows and Mac setup and does quite a good job. There are forums online that you can Google and plenty of people who can be helpful if you are polite and take the time to ask articulate questions that can be answered without having to ask more questions. The selection of games in this book is great for kids (supported by adults with some experience) and even provides reasonably experienced people with some fun new ideas. The code contained within is professional in its structure and sets the path for Best practices whilst learning to code in the best way: making games!
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Nice book
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