Scratch Jr was inspired by the popular Scratch programming language for older kids. Developers say they redesigned the interface and programming language to make it appropriate for younger children.

A computer coding tutorial program for eight to 13-year-olds was released five years ago – but now the team behind it is working on a version for three to eight-year-olds. Massachusetts ...

More than 150 characters are available for kids to use. The app's tutorial video is wordless and textless, except for a few numerals required for programming timers.