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Beginner coding games for children
Coding begins long before typing — it begins with thinking clearly in steps. Order the Steps asks children to put a set of instructions in the right order, which teaches the core idea behind every program: a computer does exactly what it is told, in sequence.
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About Beginner coding games
Coding starts with thinking
The most important early coding skill is breaking a task into clear, ordered steps — an algorithm. Order the Steps builds this computational thinking using everyday sequences, so children understand the logic before they ever meet a line of code.
A gentle on-ramp to computing
By getting the order right and seeing what happens when it is wrong, children learn to plan, test and fix — the same habits real programmers use. It is a confident, screen-light first step into computer science.
What your child will practise
- Putting instructions in a logical order
- Understanding sequences and simple algorithms
- Planning, testing and correcting steps
- Building computational thinking for later coding
Starts with short, everyday sequences and builds towards longer ones.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the coding game free?
Yes. Order the Steps is one of the permanently free activities in the CodeCraft computer science world, and you can start without an account.
What age is it for?
It suits children roughly aged 6–11 who are taking their first steps into coding and computational thinking.
Does my child need to know how to code?
Not at all. This activity teaches the logical thinking behind coding using everyday steps, so it is a perfect starting point for complete beginners.
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