Yiga Junior program

Creators (Ages 11–13)

6 courses — from blocks to text

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Beginner · Junior Program · 2–3 months at 5 hrs/week

Duration
2–3 months
Effort
5 hrs/week
Courses
7
Hands-on exercises
140
Projects
7
Certificate
Not included
Your pace≈ 2–3 months · 57 hours total

About this track

What you’ll learn.

1

From Blocks to Python

2

Web Pages with HTML & CSS

3

App Inventor: Build a Mobile App

4

AI & Machine Learning for Teens

Skills you’ll gain

Junior

How this compares

Comparable to ScratchJr · Scratch · Code.org · Tynker · MIT App Inventor. This track is 57 hours of study — about 2–3 months at 5 hrs/week.

Career outcomes

Turn learning into forward motion.

Build job-ready evidence for roles that use these skills every day.

Young innovator

Curriculum

A clear path, course by course.

Complete the courses in order so each new skill builds on the last.

  1. 1

    Course 1 of 7

    Junior AI Explorers

    A safe, creative introduction to patterns, prompts and responsible AI.

    Beginner · Course · 3 weeks at 3 hrs/week

    8 hours · 20 lessons · 20 exercises · 4 quizzes · 1 project

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  2. 2

    Course 2 of 7

    Creators Showcase

    Team project, Build, Demo day, and more.

    Beginner · Course · 3 weeks at 3 hrs/week

    8 hours · 20 lessons · 20 exercises · 4 quizzes · 1 project

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  3. 3

    Course 3 of 7

    Web Pages with HTML & CSS

    Structure, Style, Images, and more.

    Beginner · Course · 3 weeks at 3 hrs/week

    8 hours · 20 lessons · 20 exercises · 4 quizzes · 1 project

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  4. 4

    Course 4 of 7

    Robotics & Micro:bit

    Sensors, LEDs, Motors, and more.

    Beginner · Course · 3 weeks at 3 hrs/week

    8 hours · 20 lessons · 20 exercises · 4 quizzes · 1 project

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  5. 5
  6. 6

    Course 6 of 7

    From Blocks to Python

    Python basics, Turtle graphics, Variables, and more.

    Beginner · Course · 3 weeks at 3 hrs/week

    8 hours · 20 lessons · 20 exercises · 4 quizzes · 1 project

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  7. 7

Applied learning project

Finish with work you can show.

Bring the track together in AI & Machine Learning for Teens. Apply what you have learned to a practical challenge and explain the decisions behind your solution.

  • From Blocks to Python
  • Web Pages with HTML & CSS
  • App Inventor: Build a Mobile App
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Frequently asked questions

Before you begin.

Do I need prior experience?

This track is designed for beginner learners. Start with the first course and follow the numbered path so each skill builds naturally.

How long will the track take?

The track contains 7 courses and about 57 hours of learning. Most learners finish in around 2–3 months at 5 hrs/week.

Can I learn on my phone?

Yes. Yiga lessons are designed to work across phones and computers, so you can keep learning on the device available to you.

Will I earn a credential?

You can earn a shareable Yiga credential after completing the required learning and assessment activities in the track.

Is financial support available?

Scholarship and financial-aid options are available for eligible learners. Contact the Yiga support team before enrolling for guidance.

Ready when you are

Start this track today.

Begin with course 1 of 7, Junior AI Explorers, and work through the path at your own pace.