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
Jens Peter DePedro
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.