Hello Ruby

What a delight. This short book introduces computational thinking concepts, coding vocabulary, and fun characters. I'd recommend reading the story with elementary age kids (boys and girls).

The best part is all of the activities in the back. Ignore the cutesy art and whimsy - these activities are good for all ages - little kids, middle grades, teens, and grown ups. Savvy parents can use the activities in the back of the book for inspiration as a way to turn any activity or conversation into a way to solidify computational and creative problem solving (not that EVERY activity should go that direction).

Charming little book. The story was ok, but the best part of the book is in the end, where you can practise thinking like a programmer. The tasks are simple, easy and helpful.

The book is divided into fiction and nonfiction sections. That approach didn't work for me. The exercises were useful, but the final exercise combining everything didn't seem very relevant.
Nevertheless, the book is innovative and might have more appeal for a child.