JavaScript is the programming language of the Web — and it’s the perfect first programming language for kids because it runs in any web browser.

Written for people with no programming experience, especially those who might find the very idea of sitting down and learning to program intimidating, this book is likely to get some absolute ...

So he came up with a solution: Code Monster from Crunchzilla. It’s a free site, designed for kids ages 9-14, that blends elements of a game and tutorial to teach basic Javascript skills.