Hello, I’m Linda Liukas.

I'm an author, illustrator, programmer and playground builder who likes sparkly things and software. From Finland, living in Paris.
Maailma hiekanjyvässä
Ensimmäinen suomenkielinen aikuisille suunnattu, tarinallinen tietokirjani ilmestyi huhtikuussa 2025. Tälle sivustolle olen koonnut ajatuksia ja materiaaleja kirjan taustalta. Lue lisää →
Playgrounds
I design playgrounds that merge computer science, urban space, and play. Explore the projects, field research, and the learning materials behind them. Learn more →
Hello Ruby
Hello Ruby is an award-winning children’s book series about computer science. It’s also a playful educational philosophy and a growing collection of tools for teachers, parents, and curious kids. Learn more →
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No. 103 — Diagonal Movements ⫶ Pathfinder ⫶ Move our arms and legs at the same time
extremely slow and extremely fast
No. 102 — True to Life ⫶ Polyester ⫶ All the surfaces of things
willing to make detours for quite long periods
No. 101 — Language for imagination ⫶ Richelieu's rotunda in 2048 ⫶ Vous avez trouvé votre bonheur?
the most potent compost for the imagination
No. 100 — Hundred ⫶ Sata ⫶ Cent
Dix fois dix
No. 99 — The Force of Spring ⫶ Paris Bees ⫶ Curiosity Muscle
When Borges Meets the Playground