Ballyland Code 2 vs Junior Coding From Scratch

“Ballyland Code 2: Give Rotor” is a fun new game that teaches children, including those who are blind or visually impaired, basic coding concepts and skills that will be applicable to any programming language. In Coding Challenge 2 you need to code Wheelie to move to Ballicopter in the digital game grid, and to give him a new rotor so that he can fly again. In each of the three levels, the target and obstacles are in a different spot in the game grid, making ‘mental mapping’ and coding the shortest code for this Challenge slightly more difficult than the one in Ballyland Code 1: Say Hello. Visit the Sonokids website for optional 3D printable Ballyland learning tools for this app, and for the other fun educational Ballyland apps that help build preparatory iPad/gesture skills. Develops: • Computational thinking, basic coding concepts and skills, such as breaking problem down in steps, sequencing, patterning, using basic coding commands; • Listening, Locating, ‘Mental Mapping’; • Orientation, spatial awareness • Navigating a digital game grid (rows/columns) • Experiential learning of VoiceOver accessibility by sighted players Features: • Easy/Moderate level, follows on from Ballyland Code 1: Say Hello; • Audio Based Coding™: built-in speech, accessible coding interface, audio description, fun but meaningful sound effects, audio and visual on-screen coding output, mini audio-play. • Finger gestures: Finger drag, Flick left and right with one finger, Flick down and up with one finger, Double tap, Three finger flick left. • VoiceOver accessible at start page, accessible menus in the game; • Unique accessibility for learners with visual impairment, including adults who are keen to find out more about coding; • “Black Curtain” option to create level playing field for all; • Designed with feedback from children with visual impairment, parents and teachers; • Option to use Ballyland 3D printable tactile grid, characters and objects for learning support (specifically designed for the Ballyland Code apps); • Use at home and school.

Coding isn't just about writing commands — it's about thinking logically, building sequences, and finding creative solutions to problems. That's what our game is all about. Junior Coding From Scratch is an educational game that teaches the core principles of coding without writing a single line of text. WHO IS IT FOR? • Young future coders (5-12) • Absolute beginners with no experience (teens and adults) • Parents seeking educational screen time • Educators and STEM teachers • Gamers who love puzzle and strategy games • Anyone looking for a new hobby or a way to keep their mind sharp. Inspired by the visual Scratch coding language, our educational game makes the first step into computer science accessible, intuitive, and genuinely fun for everyone. We remove the complex syntax so you can focus on what really matters: learning to think like a coder. HOW IT WORKS Guide your cute animal character through a series of puzzle levels. The goal is simple: collect all the coins and reach the finish line. To do this, you'll need to arrange visual command blocks in the right order. You don’t write code — you build sequences. You’ll learn to analyze objectives, break them down into smaller tasks, and find the most efficient path using the commands available. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN • The Heart of Algorithms: Understand the step-by-step logic required to solve a problem. • Decomposition: Break down large, complex challenges into smaller, manageable actions. • Forward Thinking: Plan several steps ahead and visualize the outcome before running your code. • Core Programming Concepts: Naturally grasp essential ideas like sequencing, debugging, and efficiency as you progress. GRADUAL LEARNING At first, the tasks are simple. Gradually, step by step, you learn new commands, and the levels become more challenging. An important milestone is the introduction of functions. These are commands that already contain a sequence of actions inside them. Functions allow you to: - Reuse a set of actions multiple times - Simplify complex tasks with repeated actions into smaller, manageable sequences - Plan strategies more efficiently - Understand how real-world programming organizes code for readability and flexibility REWARDS & CUSTOMIZATION Learning is rewarding! Complete levels to earn in-game points, which you can spend to unlock new characters and expand your animal crew. Customize your heroes with fun accessories like glasses, hats, and headpieces, adding personality to your gameplay experience. Our app is designed to build a rock-solid programming foundation from scratch. By the time you’re ready to learn a text-based language like Python or JavaScript, you’ll already have the most important skill: the ability to think like a programmer. We welcome your feedback and suggestions. Contact us at: info@playandlearngames.com Terms of Use: https://playandlearngames.com/termsofuse Privacy Policy: https://playandlearngames.com/privacy