Apps and companies trying to teach kids to code have been on the rise over the past year. However, it’s not proven to be an easy task. Many current methods and games do not keep kids engaged, are boring, and for those who master basic coding, there’s not much of a next step. Bitsbox, a new service from two former Google employees, is out to combat these obstacles. The monthly $30 subscription sends children a box of fun goodies via snail mail, including an activity book filled with apps they can program and then change as they learn more. The service gives kids physical items to be surprised by, along with an ongoing coding education. The first round of boxes will be sent out this April. (TechRepublic)