Teach Your Kids Java is a lighthearted introduction to Java and programming in general, complete with illustrations and kid-friendly examples. Yakov Fain, a professional programmer and author of several programming books for adults, explains Java in a clear, approachable way. You'll start out with a simple guide to writing the classic "Hello World " program and move on to more complex applications, like Pong, tic-tac-toe, and more.

Each chapter ends with fun exercises that challenge you to put your new knowledge to the test. By the end of the book, you'll have gained a solid...