Box Island: One Hour Coding app for iPhone and iPad


4.9 ( 3639 ratings )
Games Education Educational Puzzle
Developer: Radiant Games
Free
Current version: 1.1, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 09 Nov 2015
App size: 72.48 Mb

Box Island: One Hour Coding - The #1 mobile tutorial for an Hour of Code™. Officially featured by Code.org at https://code.org/learn.

Take a trip on Box Island and help Hiro collect all the clocks scattered in the wilderness! In this fun mobile tutorial, students take part in a journey on Box Island that has been specifically designed for the Hour of Code™ campaign. Students are introduced to many of the basic fundamentals of coding through engaging puzzles in the tropical wilderness of Box Island.

Students are introduced to fundamentals such as:
* algorithmic thinking
* sequencing
* pattern recognition
* loops
* conditionals
* debugging

The tutorial is student-led and suitable for age six and up (6+). The Hour of Code™ is a nationwide initiative by Computer Science Education Week[csedweek.org] and Code.org[code.org] to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming.


◆ Teacher Resources

Get the lesson plan, solution guide and curriculum for the tutorial available here: http://boxislandgame.com/hourofcode


◆ Reviews

"It is very challenging and when you have success it feels great. Box Island includes problem solving and higher level thinking. I love playing it!”
- Steven

"I think Box Island is challenging and fun. The 3-D graphics are amazing and makes it pop-out more! Every time you complete a level you feel great.
- Derek

"I think Box Island is challenging and fun. You put your mind to work. You learn how to program and solve problems.”
- Cailyn

"Graphics are superb and definitely a plus in terms of student engagement”
- @iPadEducatorsAE


◆ Supported Languages

English / Spanish / German / French / Italian / Swedish / Danish / Finnish / Norwegian / Icelandic


◆ About Radiant Games

The mission of Radiant Games is to empower children by providing the best playful coding experiences possible. We spark interest by crafting innovative coding games that engage through active participation. We ensure a trusted bond with parents and teachers through quality and integrity, where children learn as the play.


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If you have any questions, contact us! [email protected]

- The Radiant Games team