Girl's learning to program? Ask Alice

Alice With Globe

Alice is a java based interactive program that enables users to create 3D computer animations without the need for high-level programming skills.

By simply working with a computer mouse, users can select characters,including dinoaurs, penguins, bugs, monkeys or fairies, and place them in an environment they choose, such as an amusement park, kitchen or even a country. With these elements, users can construct stories, outline actions of characters or objects using simple commands, like move, turn, or resize, rather than the confusing terms common in other graphics programs.

It doesn't replace the trusty turtle of LOGO for maths, but does meet quite a few of the objectives for motor and control.

Download it. It's Open Source and free HERE
Published Thursday, March 22, 2007 10:15 PM by AlanDay
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