Our Vision

Empowering teachers to inspire children ages 3-7 to learn computational thinking skills as seamlessly as they learn reading, writing, and arithmetic, through storytelling and hands-on play, preparing them for the future.

Don Moody

Don Moody, the Emmy-winning creator of WordWorld, has a long history of turning abstract concepts into playful, tangible learning experiences for kids.

Jens Peter DePedro

Jens Peter de Pedro, a creative force behind Toca Boca, the beloved digital toy company renowned for its open-ended, imaginative play. Together, they envisioned a way to make coding as engaging and accessible as learning to read.

Our Team

Gordon Smith

SVP of Codie Education

Former VP of Product Strategy, Learning.com
Former CEO, Codesters

Caroline Rosenbloom

Curriculum/Sales Ambassador

Principal, Public School / Instructional Leader

Scot Osterwil

Creative director of the MIT Education Arcade

Trailblazer in education game design

Chris Hancock

Coding Expert, Author of Codium Language

Ph.D. in Media Arts & Sciences at MIT, Ed.M. in Education at Harvard Graduate School of Education

Our Commitment to Education

At Codie, LLC, we’re driven by a shared belief that children learn best when they’re fully engaged and having fun. Don Moody’s journey from WordWorld to Codie Blocks reflects this belief, as both projects aim to transform the way kids learn through innovative, hands-on experiences. With Codie Blocks, Don and Jens Peter are continuing their legacy of educational excellence by giving schools, teachers, and young learners a powerful tool for understanding the digital world.

Designed by Early Childhood Education Experts

Codie Blocks is a transformative learning tool that brings the foundations of coding to children ages 3 to 7. Through a unique storytelling component with hands-on, block-based coding, Codie Blocks makes complex concepts approachable, fun, and developmentally appropriate.

Engaging and Easy to Use

Intuitive, tactile blocks guide young learners as they create code, building critical thinking and problem-solving skills through play.

Social-Emotional Learning

Featuring the Mia & Codie series as seen on PBS member stations, Codie Blocks introduces characters and scenarios that help children navigate emotions, empathy, and teamwork as they code.

Support for Educators

Complete with professional development resources, classroom activities, and lesson plans, Codie Blocks makes integrating coding into early education effortless and effective.

The Friendliest Coding Language

Join thousands of schools and educators bringing the friendliest coding language to their classrooms. With Codie Blocks, every child can begin a journey of discovery, creativity, and learning that lasts a lifetime.

Educational Impact

Rooted in research-backed methods, Codie Blocks aligns with computational thinking and STEM standards, preparing children with essential skills for the future.

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