ScratchJr
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ScratchJr is a visual programming language designed to introduce programming skills to children ages 5–7. The app is considered an introductory programming language.[1] It is available as a free app for iOS, Android and Chromebook.
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Developer | MIT Media Lab |
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First appeared | July 2014; 9 years ago (2014-07) |
OS | Android, iOS and ChromeOS |
Website | www |
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ScratchJr is a derivative of the Scratch language, which has been used by over 10 million people worldwide. Programming in Scratch requires basic reading skills, however, so the creators saw a need for another language which would provide a simplified way to learn programming at a younger age and without any reading or mathematics required.