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Learning to code at a young age develops their problem-solving
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No part of this publication may be reproduced,
distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any
means, including photocopying,
recording, or other electronic or mechanical TouchCode, a series for grades 1–8, is a specially designed book to
methods, without the prior written permission of develop Computational Thinking skills and move towards making
the publisher. codes.
Disclaimer
All product names, brand names and product logos TouchCode books for Grades 1–5 have activities based on various
mentioned or shown in this book are trademarks, skills that amplifies the CT skills and build a strong foundation
registered trademarks,
or trade names of their respective owners. The for middle school. TouchCode books for Grades 6–8 take a
reproduction of these product names, brand names, step ahead and let the child enter the world of codes using
and product logos and all instances
of references of proprietary software in this book, are block-based coding.
for educational purposes only.
The books ensure better learning and enable children to take their
Although every safety measure has been taken to
verify the precision of the information contained knowledge beyond the classroom.
herein, the author(s) and publisher
assume no responsibility for any error or omission. Happy Coding!
No liability is assumed for damages that may result
from the use of information contained within. —Publisher
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terms & conditions available on the website of It is recognized that mathematics and mathematical thinking will be very important
Orange Education. for India ’s future and India’s leadership role in the numerous upcoming fields and
professions that will involve artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science,
As per the guidelines given by FEPI (Federation of
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throughout the school years, starting with the foundational stage, through a variety
“When labeled as an ‘Evaluation Copy’, this book of innovative methods, including the regular use of puzzles and games that make
denotes that it has been given to schools at no cost mathematical thinking more enjoyable and engaging. Activities involving coding will be
and is not for commercial sale. Therefore, it may be introduced in Middle Stage.
reclaimed if not part of the designated curriculum,
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