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		gaius on Feb 18, 2017 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Ask HN: How should I teach code to kids? Don't. Kids that age should be playing outdoors.

Cyph0n on Feb 18, 2017 | [–]

So it's either learn how to program or play outside? I do not see why the kids couldn't dedicate some time to each, if they are interested of course.

vegabook on Feb 18, 2017 | | [–]

computers are addictive. Every noticed how top coders look like they've never seen daylight?

orasis on Feb 19, 2017 | [–]

I'm 38, started coding when I was 6. My life has been amazing because of it.

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