This booklet is designed to introduce computers to children. A letter to parents is provided, explaining that a unit on computers will be taught which will discuss the major parts of the computer and programming in the computer language BASIC. Suggestions for teachers provide information on starting, the binary system, base two worksheet, binary cards, mind-reading cards, "Napier's Bones," the "Human Computer," and programming; award certificates and an answer key are also included. The student booklet has sections on what computers are, the beginning and history of computers, computer components, flow charts, and programming. (MNS)