Mindstorms

Computer scientist Seymour Papert argues for teaching computer literacy in primary and secondary schools, using the child-friendly programming language LOGO to make his case. His two central themes are that children can master computers and that learning to use them, including processes such as debugging, can reshape how they learn all other subjects. Papert presents the Turtle as an object for thinking with, and many code examples use Turtle graphics. He also contends that classrooms full of technology bring more socialization, not less, among students and between students and teachers. Basic Books published it in 1980, and the Lego Mindstorms programmable construction kits are named after it.

Patrick Collison includes it among the books on his Bookshelf page.