A summer of learning for curious young minds: Discover open data for kids
Learn how kids can learn and feel empowered by open data this summer
As summer is still in full swing all across Europe, it’s the perfect moment for young learners to explore the world of open data and all the useful insights it can provide. Open data is a giant library of facts and figures that is accessible to anyone, even our youngest generation. Whether it is through reading, exploring datasets, or joining a summer programme, there are many ways to gain insights into open data.
One great opportunity to get kids introduced to open data is by letting them discover datasets. In the little miss data blog post, you can find an assortment of kid-friendly datasets to familiarise them with some relevant topics and how they can be represented through data. Another great tool is the Kids in Data platform, which introduces data and visualisations through interactive games to enhance data literacy. The Oceans of Data platform also offers various resources and toolboxes to support both educators and parents in finding suitable data-related activities for their kids.
For the older kids and teens, there are various options offered by the data.europa.eu portal to get acquainted with all the great features of open data. One great option is to listen to the ‘Open Data Cafe’ podcast and listen to experts give a beginner-friendly guide to open data. If reading is favoured, the Summer Reading List is a great opportunity to read some articles about recent developments in open data and get yourself familiarised with open data content.
This summer is a great opportunity to take a break from the usual school routine and take a moment to dive into the world of open data. Who knows what open data will teach your kids!
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