LET'S GET REAL: Homeschool Review Crew: Our Review of CodeWizardsHQ

Last week, my son and I were able to take an online class to learn HTML skills through CodeWizardsHQ. I know just enough to be dangerous when it comes to coding, but my son is interested in learning more about it, and was so excited that we were going to be reviewing this class. I didn't realize I would be learning right along with him.

They offer coding classes for kids. They have several 12 week courses that you can find on their product page, and if you are a homeschooler, you will want to check out their homeschool page as well. This program is geared towards 5th to 10th graders, but I think even adults could use it. I love that they start with a beginners level (the class we took) that is called Wizard I and as you learn more, you can work your way through the other 3 levels.

Usually these type of classes are not taught with so much enthusiasm and forethought, but when we logged on, we saw right away that this class was different. The teacher wanted each student to participate and be a part of the class. He asked for your name, what you were interested in, what you expected to get from the class. During the class, questions were asked and you were never talked down to. I could see Josh's face light up when he was allowed to be himself and show what he knows. He answered most of the questions that were asked and was proud that he knew the answers. The teacher was great and gave positive reinforcement when needed and guidance when you were lacking in skills. I was very impressed!!! Josh was thrilled and wants to take more classes.

The class is LIVE and took about 60 minutes to complete. The teacher guides you step by step in learning how to use HTML. He taught the coding language as he went through each step. He broke it down so even a beginner like me could understand what was being said. This teacher kept the class focused by asking a lot of questions then going over the answers one by one. I didn't feel lost at all. That alone is a great reason to take these classes instead of others out there.

By the end of the class Josh had made a comic strip using HTML coding. He giggled as he created some funny little images to include in his comic. Josh isn't an artist with a pencil or brush, but you put a computer in his hands and his creativity comes to life.

Here is what he created:

It was good to see Josh doing what he loves and I am proud to report he is beginning these classes soon! He can't wait!!!!

The prices and enrollment information can be found on the CodeWizardsHQ website. I would encourage you to go on over and check out what they have to offer. Did I mention they have special pricing for homeschoolers? Homeschool students get significantly lower per-student pricing based on the # of students in the class and the flexibility to pick their own class time. What an awesome deal it is!

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