From Minecraft to Python тАФ CSTAтАСAligned, NeurodivergentтАСInclusive, Built for Frisco Families.
Give your child a powerful head start with┬аBig BrainboxтАЩs Expert Engineer CodingтАФa┬аprojectтАСbased, standardsтАСaligned┬аprogram serving┬аFrisco, TX┬аand nearby North Texas communities. Students progress from┬аScratch┬аand┬аMinecraft Education┬а(MakeCode/Python) to┬аtextтАСbased Python┬аwith portfolioтАСready projects. Our┬аUDLтАСinformed, neurodivergentтАСinclusive┬аapproach fits KтАУ8 learners at every levelтАФtrusted by parents across┬аFrisco ISD┬аneighborhoods such as Phillips Creek Ranch, Panther Creek, and Stonebriar.
Code with purpose. Engineer with passion. Learn with power.
Big Brainbox is where young minds become future engineersтАФthrough applied learning, inclusive design, and fusion-powered creativity.
Traditional coding classes often teach syntax before purpose.┬аBig Brainbox flips the model: students┬аdesign and build meaningful projects first, then layer in concepts like┬аloops, variables, functions, events, data structures, and┬аdebugging┬аwhen theyтАЩre┬аcontext-rich and unforgettable.
Result:┬аChildren donтАЩt just learn to codeтАФthey┬аlearn to engineer: to organize work, document choices, manage complexity, and┬аship.
Real engineers blend disciplines. So do we.┬аFusion Learning┬аturns code into a┬аvehicle for thinking across domains.
Result:┬аStudents connect what they learn to the world around themтАФand┬аparents see immediate relevance┬аto school, competitions, and future careers.
We know learners think in many beautiful ways.┬аExpert Engineer Coding┬аis┬аuniversally designedтАФdelivering clarity, predictability, and flexibility without singling anyone out.
Result:┬аNeurodivergent and neurotypical learners alike experience┬аbelonging, momentum, and masteryтАФwith┬аfewer frustration points┬аand┬аmore wins.
Where young minds build, code, and engineer their futureтАФone project at a time.
Expert Engineer Coding is designed to deliver┬аmeasurable outcomes┬аfor every student, especially those who thrive in┬аhands-on, inclusive, and fusion-based learning environments. Whether your child is neurodivergent, gifted, or simply curious, this program equips them with the tools to┬аcode confidently,┬аengineer creatively, and┬аthink critically.
92%
of students report higher confidence┬а in STEM subjects just after 8 weeks.
85%
Parents report higher confidence in STEM subjects after completing the program.
100+ Projects
Parents report higher confidence in STEM subjects after completing the program.
3X Faster Growth
Parents report higher confidence in STEM subjects after completing the program.
of neurodivergent students show improved focus and participation through multi-modal instruction.
Coding + Engineering + Design Thinking = Competitive Edge for Tomorrow.
Build. Code. Engineer. From Blocks to PythonтАФStudents Level Up with Choice
Expert Engineer Coding uses Minecraft Education Edition as a core platform to teach computer science fundamentals aligned with the CSTA KтАУ8 standards. Students explore coding through immersive, game-based environments that make abstract concepts tangible and fun.
Covers algorithms, data structures, loops, conditionals, and debugging.
Courses are tailored for elementary (KтАУ5) and middle school (6тАУ8) learners.
Students build automated farms, smart cities, and logic-based machines inside Minecraft.
Why Minecraft + Expert Engineer Coding = The Ultimate KтАУ8 STEM AdvantageтАЛ
Students start with blocks, transition in EduBlocks, and advance to Python in PyCharm.
Code the Agent, automate builds, and trigger events with loops, conditionals, and functions.
Plan тЖТ Build тЖТ Test тЖТ Iterate; students write simple test plans and keep a bug log.тАЛ
Collect inтАСgame data, chart it, and reason about patterns (ethical AI basics for 6тАУ8).
Connect micro:bit/Arduino for sensor-driven projects that link virtual and physical worlds.
Why Minecraft + Expert Engineer Coding = The Ultimate KтАУ8 STEM AdvantageтАЛ
Multiplayer worlds teach teamwork, communication, and shared accountability.
Students prototype experiences, not just codeтАФUX, story, and accessibility.тАЛ
Fast feedback loops build persistence and problem-solving grit.тАЛ
Kids see their code тАЬcome aliveтАЭ in MinecraftтАФmassive motivation boost.тАЛ
UDL-based scaffolds, visual schedules, and choice-driven projects for all learners.тАЛ
UDL-based scaffolds, visual schedules, and choice-driven projects for all learners.тАЛ
The┬аExpert Engineer Coding┬аprogram by┬аBig Brainbox┬аbrings together┬аMinecraft Education,┬аCSTA-aligned outcomes, and a┬аchoice of toolsтАФScratch, EduBlocks, MakeCode, and Python in PyCharmтАФto meet learners where they are and help them level up. KтАУ8 students move from┬аblock-based logic┬аto┬аtext-based fluency, applying loops, conditionals, events, and functions to build meaningful projects inside rich, multiplayer worlds. With┬аUDL-informed supports, collaborative challenges, and a┬аportfolio-first┬аapproach, kids gain┬аconfidence, creativity, and engineering problemтАСsolving skills┬аthat translate to school and beyond. Families love the visible growth: exported Minecraft worlds, Scratch games, and Python repositories that showcase real progress across┬аprogramming, data literacy, and design thinking.
A clear path from first block to final project.
Intro to Logic with Scratch Jr.
Game Design in Scratch & Minecraft
Python Fundamentals & Web Basics
Advanced Python, AI & App Dev
A selection of our most popular computer science programs.
Kick-off your coding journey with innovative, game-based learning experience with Pixel Tales with Minecraft. This foundational course empowers students to build immersive worlds, create characters, and write original narratives using the globally loved Minecraft platform.
Perfect for boosting literacy, creativity, and collaboration, this course transforms storytelling into an interactive digital adventure. Ideal for students seeking cutting-edge tools that align with 21st-century learning goals and inspire young minds through play.
In this course level, students go beyond gameplay to become digital creators and problem-solvers. They’ll learn to program their in-game Agent to gather resources, build structures, and automate complex tasksтАФskills that mirror real-world coding and engineering.
From designing and cloning houses to constructing zoo enclosures and animating wind turbines, students apply loops, functions, and coordinates to bring their ideas to life. Along the way, theyтАЩll integrate math with code, simulate renewable energy systems, and collaborate on a city improvement projectтАФdeveloping critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork.
Introducing the world of programming through Programming Essentials, a hands-on course designed to make learning code fun and intuitive. Using the familiar Minecraft environment, students explore foundational computing concepts like sequencing, loops, and conditionals through interactive challenges and creative problem-solving.
As they guide their in-game Agent and complete coding tasks, kids build confidence in logic, critical thinking, and digital literacyтАФskills that support success in school and beyond. Perfect for beginners, this course turns curiosity into capability, one block at a time.
As artificial intelligence becomes part of everyday life, itтАЩs more important than ever for kids to understand how it worksтАФand how to use it responsibly. Learn AI┬аis a hands-on Minecraft course that introduces students to the core ideas behind AI, including how machines learn, make decisions, and impact the world around us.
Through creative, age-appropriate projects, students explore real-world applications of AI, discuss ethical questions, and build a strong foundation in digital thinking. Designed for learners who already have some experience with coding and data, this course empowers kids to become thoughtful, informed creatorsтАФnot just consumersтАФof tomorrowтАЩs technology.
Visual Coding with Minecraft is a structured education course that introduces students to core programming principles using the immersive Minecraft platform. Through a block-based coding environment, learners apply advanced concepts such as sequencing, loops, conditionals, and algorithmic logic to solve challenges and automate in-game tasks and delve into advanced programming.
This course is designed to strengthen an already familiar computational thinking, enhance digital literacy, and foster problem-solving skills in a format that is both academically rigorous and highly engaging. Ideal for students who are familiar with their coding journey, it bridges creativity with structured learning.
Once your child has mastered block-based coding, Python Programming offers the perfect next step into real-world programming. Using the engaging Minecraft Education platform, this course introduces students to text-based coding through PythonтАФone of the most widely used languages in technology today.
Kids will learn how to write simple scripts, automate tasks, and solve challenges using logic and syntax, all within a familiar and creative environment. With a focus on building confidence and problem-solving skills, Python helps young learners transition from visual coding to typed code in a way that feels natural, exciting, and empowering.
As kids spend more time online for learning, gaming, and socializing, understanding how to navigate the digital world safely is more important than ever.┬аDigital Safety uses the engaging Minecraft Education platform to teach students essential lessons in digital citizenship and cybersecurity.
Through interactive scenarios and age-appropriate challenges, children learn how to protect their personal information, recognize online risks, and make thoughtful choices in virtual spaces. This course empowers young learners to become responsible digital citizensтАФequipped with the knowledge and confidence to stay safe and respectful in todayтАЩs connected world.
Flexible options for every familyтАФcoding, fusion learning, or a custom path
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Big Brainbox offers┬аflexible pricing plans for KтАУ8 coding and STEM education, designed to fit every familyтАЩs needs. Choose from┬аCoding Essentials┬аfor weekly coding sessions, the┬аFusion Learning Advantage┬аthat combines coding with academic reinforcement, or┬аBuild Your Own Plan┬аfor a fully personalized experience. All plans include┬аCSTA-aligned curriculum,┬аMinecraft Education projects, and access to expert instructors who make learning engaging and inclusive. Whether your child is starting with┬аScratch, exploring┬аMinecraft MakeCode, or advancing to┬аPython in PyCharm, our programs ensure measurable progress and portfolio-ready outcomes. Secure your childтАЩs spot today and give them the┬аfuture-ready skills┬аthey need to thrive in school and beyond.
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Our┬аCSTA-aligned, project-based coding program┬аtransforms KтАУ8 learners into confident problem-solvers. With┬аMinecraft Education,┬аScratch,┬аEduBlocks, and┬аPython, your child will master coding while building creativity, resilience, and collaboration skills. Every session is┬аinclusive, engaging, and designed for real-world impact.
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Everything you need to know before enrolling in Expert Engineer Coding.
Big Brainbox answers the most common questions about our┬аExpert Engineer Coding program┬аfor KтАУ8 students. From┬аMinecraft Education integration┬аand┬аCSTA-aligned curriculum┬аto┬аneurodivergent-inclusive design┬аand┬аflexible pricing plans, we make it easy for parents to choose the right coding path. Whether your child is starting with┬аScratch┬аor advancing to┬аPython, our program ensures┬аfuture-ready skills┬аin a fun, structured, and supportive environment.
Coding is for everyone as a child, even just starting or extremely logical. The entertaining lessons will also allow them to learn programming on their own free will and on the companyтАЩs time. They can just get the foot in the door, test it and find out that, hey this is where I want to be.
Just a laptop, tablet or anything with internet connection will suffice for every kid. No need to panicтАФmost classes are set up so there may be instructors in the room to show you how if needed!
Coding is not just about a new occupational field or even a new cognitive technique, but it has a deeper and broader perspective. It is a wonder and a creativity opener, the path to problem solving who have Learning Differences and an opportunity to get ready for the future. And now the journey starts тАУ watch your child to see how much she or he can complete!
Big Brainbox┬аoffers a wide range of hands-on learning programs for kids. These include┬аacademic,┬а┬аtutoring┬а(math, science, reading),┬аcoding┬аand┬аrobotics┬аclasses,┬аSTEM camps and workshops,┬аcompetitive test preparation,┬аhomeschool┬аand┬аafter-school┬аenrichment, as well as fun events like тАЬParentsтАЩ Night Out.тАЭ They also run┬аsummer,┬а┬аand┬а┬аspring break┬аholiday camps with flexible timing options.┬аAll programs┬аare designed to make learning fun, practical, and engaging.
Our Expert Engineer Coding program is designed for┬аKтАУ8 students, with grade-specific tracks:┬аKтАУ2, 3тАУ5, and 6тАУ8.
No! We start with┬аblock-based coding┬а(Scratch, MakeCode) and gradually transition to┬аPython┬аfor advanced learners.
Minecraft Education is our┬аgame-based coding platform┬аfor applied learning. Students use┬аMakeCode or Python APIs┬аto automate builds, create interactive worlds, and learn computational thinking.
Our program teaches Microsoft Minecraft Education which follows CSTA KтАУ12 Computer Science Standards, ensuring your child meets recognized benchmarks.
We use┬аUniversal Design for Learning (UDL)┬аprinciples, structured routines, visual scaffolds, and choice-driven projects to make learning inclusive for all.
Depending on grade and skill level:┬аScratch, EduBlocks, Minecraft MakeCode, Python in PyCharm, and optional┬аhardware integrations┬аlike micro:bit.
Coding + academic reinforcement in┬аMath, Science, and Design Thinking, integrated into real-world projects.