Anyone looking for a similar type of programming game, but as a tabletop boardgame, look up RoboRally. It's a competitive MP game, but it's a great basic introduction to writing a program. A good family game, as well as one to play with adults.
Lightbot: Puzzles Game Using Programming Logic
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Re: Lightbot: Puzzles Game Using Programming Logic
#32I got this game for my kids (6 and 7). They haven't quite got the concept yet, but I think they'll understand it soon. They can make the robot go straight no problem, but they still have problems figuring out when to put down the left and right tiles.
I also play the board game Robot Turtles with them. It's like a simpler version of Lightbot with physical tiles to move around. They do understand how Robot Turtles works, so Lightbot shouldn't be far behind.
Re: Lightbot: Puzzles Game Using Programming Logic
#33The name and art seemed familiar, I remember playing an old Flash version[0] of this. Cool game from what I remember.
Re: Lightbot: Puzzles Game Using Programming Logic
#34The thinkfun series is also awesome - http://www.thinkfun.com/learn-coding/
Appears related to lightbot, but it's closer to cellular automata - where the robot has a state that determines its next step. It's played using cards, which feels more fun strangely. My 10yr old loved it.