Video Rachel Ford contributed to this article. When it comes to kids, adults sometimes don't realize that computers can be an avenue for creativity and open-ended play, just like a bucket of blocks.

This week, thousands of events around the world are encouraging computer-coding literacy. "Coding is really about creative self-expression and storytelling," says Mitchel Resnick of MIT's Media Lab.

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Kano is a gadget that teaches kids to build and program a computer The company raised %241.5 million on Kickstarter in 30 days Kano is taking pre-orders of the %24119 kit that is scheduled to ship ...

Kids will love the colorful kid-inspired look. Design. The Tanoshi Android computer is basically an all plastic build. There’s nothing here that exudes premium build but then again it is made ...

Many kids and teens rely on computers to complete their homework, as well as play games and in some cases, use social media. At some point, though, your child may complain about a slow computer ...

Find the perfect computer desk for your child's study style and room decor. These are the best kids computer desks on the market today.

For the past three years, the British startup Kano has tried to change the relationship kids have with their computers. The company makes a colorful do-it-yourself kit that requires youngsters to ...

Sara wrote last week about giving kids computers. Her post generated a lot of support from readers for the idea. "I know that I am probably weird, but my 6-, 4- and 1-year old do have their own PC ...

MUNICH - Most parents only want the best for their children, but it's OK to settle for second-best when it comes to computers.