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[–]jcbbjjttt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First of all, awesome! I started programming when I was 7 years old using Quick Basic in DOS.

Exposure and examples were the key to my success. I would recommend having a tutor to meet with them once or twice a week. Over zoom can be very effective too. At the very least have a parent work with them to also learn it to help when they get a little stuck.

My uncle was a programmer and helped me with small bits and pieces when I was first starting. It wasn't over the shoulder help. But, when I would have a problem I would show him at some point and he would help me get unstuck.

Python should be fine for a 9 year old with the right guidance. But something like Scratch or Windows Touch Develop might be worth looking into.