CodeMonkey
Game-based coding courses for kids 5–14 that move from block coding to typed CoffeeScript and Python, with Coding Adventure, Banana Tales, Game Builder and AI courses, plus a home school plan with lesson plans.
What is CodeMonkey?
CodeMonkey is a game-based coding program for kids ages 5 to 14, made by CodeMonkey Studios. The hook is a monkey who wants bananas: kids write short programs to get him there. Unlike many kids' apps, CodeMonkey gets children typing real code early.
It is sold to schools and families, and it describes itself as built for schools, clubs, homeschooling and after-school programs.
How it works
Each course is a long run of short challenges. Kids read the goal, write a few lines of code or snap blocks together, and press run. If the program fails, they fix it and try again.
Kids can work on their own, and parents get progress tracking plus solutions for every exercise. That matters if you don't code yourself: you can check the answer without guessing.
What it covers
| Course | Best for | Language |
|---|---|---|
| CodeMonkey Jr. | Youngest beginners | Blocks |
| Beaver Achiever | Block coding beginners | Blocks |
| Coding Adventure | Beginners ready to type | CoffeeScript |
| Dodo Does Math | Math practice through code | Blocks and code |
| Game Builder, Challenge Builder | Making games | Blocks and code |
| Banana Tales, Coding Chatbots | Python beginners | Python |
| AI courses | Older students | Varies |
For schools, CodeMonkey also lists high school courses such as AP CSP, Intro to CS, Intro to AI, web development and game design.
Who it's best for
CodeMonkey suits kids ready to move past blocks, roughly ages 8 to 14, and homeschool families who want answer keys and lesson plans. It also works for co-ops: the Home school plan covers 5 students and 2 teachers.
Kids who want to build anything they imagine may prefer an open studio. Families who want month-to-month billing will not find it here.
Pricing at a glance
As of October 2026, the Family plan is US$13 a month billed yearly or US$20 a month billed quarterly, for up to 3 kids. A free trial covers the first 30 challenges of the main courses.
Can a scholarship or ESA pay for it?
Possibly. Some ESA and scholarship programs allow coding curriculum or online courses, but each one decides. Check our scholarships hub or state pages like Florida scholarships. On Edulist you can save CodeMonkey to your wishlist and apply once to the programs that fit.
How it compares
Tynker covers a wider age range and adds Minecraft modding. CodeCombat is the closest match for typed code in a game, with Python and JavaScript. Kodable is gentler for K–5. Scratch is free and better for open-ended making. See more coding programs for kids and middle school coding.
Who CodeMonkey is for (and who it isn’t)
Best for
- Kids ages 8–14 ready to move past blocks into typed code
- Homeschool families or co-ops who want lesson plans and a dashboard
- Parents who want answer keys because they don't code themselves
Look elsewhere if
- Families who want month-to-month billing
- Teens who want a full high school CS course at home
- Kids who only want open-ended making (Scratch fits better)
CodeMonkey pros and cons
Pros
- Typed code early, in CoffeeScript and Python
- Solutions for all exercises help non-coding parents
- Home school plan includes lesson plans and a classroom dashboard
- Family plan covers up to 3 children
- Free trial covers a meaningful slice of the main courses
Cons
- CoffeeScript is rarely used outside CodeMonkey
- No monthly billing; shortest term is quarterly
- No refunds once a billing cycle starts
- Puzzle format can feel repetitive for kids who want to build freely
What’s included
- Coding Adventure teaches typed CoffeeScript through puzzles
- Banana Tales and Coding Chatbots teach Python
- CodeMonkey Jr. and Beaver Achiever for block coding beginners
- Game Builder and Challenge Builder for making games
- Dodo Does Math practices math through code
- Solutions for every exercise and parent progress tracking
How much does CodeMonkey cost?
As of October 2026, CodeMonkey's home plans page lists: Individual at US$8 a month billed yearly or US$11 a month billed quarterly (1 child); Family at US$13 a month billed yearly or US$20 a month billed quarterly (up to 3 children); and Home school at US$20 a month billed yearly or US$27 a month billed quarterly (5 students and 2 teacher accounts, with a classroom dashboard and lesson plans). Yearly totals work out to about $96, $156 and $240. Every plan includes block, text, Python, game creation and AI courses.
| Plan | Price | Billed | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual, yearly (1 child) | $96/yr | Yearly | $8/mo |
| Family, yearly (up to 3 children) | $156/yr | Yearly | $13/mo |
| Family, quarterly (billed every 3 months) | $20/mo | Monthly | $20/mo |
| Home school, yearly (5 students) | $240/yr | Yearly | $20/mo |
Free trial: CodeMonkey offers a free trial that includes Coding Adventure Part 1 up to challenge 30, CodeMonkey Jr. Sequencing and Loops, Banana Tales Part 1 up to challenge 30, and all Hour of Code content.
Prices from the provider, checked 2026-10-13. Always confirm on the official site.
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CodeMonkey FAQs
How much does CodeMonkey cost?
As of October 2026, the Family plan is US$13 a month billed yearly (about $156) or US$20 a month billed quarterly, for up to 3 children. The Individual plan is US$8 a month billed yearly, and the Home school plan for 5 students is US$20 a month billed yearly.
Is CodeMonkey free?
Hour of Code activities are free, and there is a free trial. The trial covers Coding Adventure Part 1 and Banana Tales Part 1 up to challenge 30, plus CodeMonkey Jr. Sequencing and Loops. Full access needs a paid plan.
What age is CodeMonkey for?
CodeMonkey says kids ages 5 to 14 can learn with it, and its courses form a full curriculum for grades K–8. Younger kids start with block courses like CodeMonkey Jr. and Beaver Achiever.
What coding language does CodeMonkey use?
Coding Adventure uses CoffeeScript, a language that compiles to JavaScript. Banana Tales and Coding Chatbots teach Python. Beginner courses use blocks.
Is CodeMonkey good for homeschool?
Yes. CodeMonkey describes itself as ideal for homeschooling, and its Home school plan includes 5 student seats, 2 teacher accounts, a classroom dashboard and lesson plans. Solutions for every exercise help parents check work.
How do I cancel CodeMonkey?
Turn off auto-renewal under Manage Subscriptions in your account. CodeMonkey says cancellations made after a billing cycle starts are not refunded, so cancel before the renewal date.
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