My 11-year-old is excited to take his first steps into coding and I want to make sure the journey starts on the right foot. He is a complete beginner, so every concept—from variables and loops to simple problem-solving patterns—must be introduced at a pace that matches his curiosity. The priority is hands-on engagement. Live code-along exercises, quick challenges, and mini games work best for him; long slide decks do not. By the end of each session he should walk away with something tangible he built himself, even if it’s just a tiny text adventure or a guessing game. Scope • Introduce basic Python syntax and core programming concepts in kid-friendly language. • Guide him through problem-solving techniques, showing how to break tasks into smaller steps. • Help him finish small, self-contained projects that he can proudly demo to family. • Provide gentle, encouraging feedback and a brief progress note after every lesson so I can track what he has mastered and what needs a revisit. Practical details Sessions can be held online using any screen-sharing tool you prefer; A regular weekly slot works best for our schedule, with flexibility to adjust for school commitments. Deliverables 1. Complete course plan 2. list of projects to be completed across the course If you enjoy teaching young minds through interactive coding, I would love to hear how you’d structure the first month of lessons.