Step away from basic, here's pascal. Step away from pascal here's assembler. step away from asm here's C. Step away from C, here's C++. Face Java. Welcome bash, welcome html, welcome to css, welcome js, welcome to jquery. Best for me was "Welcome to python".
I've learnt a lot from all different frameworks and languages used over the years and the similarities and differences are a worthy addition to any coding class. Never had any useful formal schooling so i can't quote from there.
What has gotten to me lately (in line with remarks from @Sébastien Portebois) is Just F$cking Ship. Providing clarity all the way and more than coding only.