Raspberry Pi Projects for Kids

This book is for kids who wish to develop games and applications using the Raspberry Pi. No prior experience in programming is necessary; you need only a Raspberry Pi and the required peripherals.

Leverage the power of programming to use the Raspberry Pi to create awesome games

About This Book

Learn to use a Raspberry Pi computer to dive into the world of developing exciting games and applications
Learn to code in three different programming languages and write code that interacts with the physical world
This is a practical guide to put imagination into action by creating interactive projects

What You Will Learn

Gear up to start programming by setting up the Raspberry Pi and taking a tour of available applications
Understand the fundamentals of programming and electronics using the Raspberry Pi
Use the Linux operating system and programming languages such as Scratch and Python to build interesting projects
Gain a basic understanding of how the Python programming language works by writing simple programs
Build a fully functioning game and explore how to modify it to create new levels
Create animations and music to make your games and applications more exciting
Make computer code interact with the physical world
Add markers to your personal mapping program
Get an understanding of Sonic Pi, and discover how to use it to create your own music

In Detail

The Raspberry Pi is a single-board mini computer designed to get more people (particularly children) interested in computer programming. It aims to make programming tools and educational programs as accessible as possible, making it very easy to get started with.

This book will guide you through six fun projects that show how programming can be used to be creative. Each project has clear step-by-step instructions and explanations helping children grasp the concepts easily.

You will start by setting up the Raspberry Pi and get to grips with the Scratch programming language to create simple animations. Gain and put to use your understanding of Python to write simple yet useful programs. Create and play a physical game by connecting it to the Raspberry Pi en route to become aware of a number of other possible uses for a very similar circuit/program. Finally, with an understanding of Sonic Pi, you will create your own music.