Hour of Code is intended to introduce the fundamentals of computer science in a fun yet engaging way. Computer science can be for anyone! The curriculum will cover some of the basic tasks and thought processes behind coding. There are a ton of exciting activities available to jumpstart your interest in computer science!

Hour of Code website: https://hourofcode.com/

When I've earned this patch:

• I can understand the basics behind coding; and
• I know that coding can be fun and exciting.

Invite a local volunteer to inspire girls by talking about the breadth of possibilities in computer science.

Watch the introduction video: Hour of Code (2 minutes)

Choose one or more activities from Hour of Code's activity list. The activities could be filterd based on various criteria. The girls could either choose the same activities to work together, or, each choose their own favorite activities.

Watch the inspirational video: President Obama does the Hour of Code (1.5 minutes)

Celebrate with the Hour of Code patch you have earned. Way To Go, Girl Coders!

Are you inspired to dive deeper into coding? Here are more activities you could do after earning the Hour of Code patch. 

• Work on more Hour of Code activities

• More coding patches

• Other coding resources