Computer Coding 101: Learn to Code With Scratch

In this exciting 3-week beginner course, young coders will explore the foundations of computer science by building their own interactive Scratch projects! 🧠💻 Perfect for first-time coders, this hands-on class introduces core coding concepts through colorful animations and fun game development.

Each week, learners will follow step-by-step slides and live guidance to create two unique projects. In Week 1, we’ll design a creative art assistant that talks, moves, and reacts to clicks — helping students learn basic motion, looks, and event blocks. 🎨🖱️

Weeks 2 and 3 focus on a side-scrolling game inspired by classic obstacle games. Learners will code their own flying character that avoids pipes, keeps score, and triggers a game-over screen — all while learning important programming tools like variables, cloning, conditions, and broadcast messages. 🕹️🎯

This course is structured for beginner learners and guided in a supportive, encouraging environment. Lessons include:

🔍 What will be taught?
Students will learn how to:

Use motion, looks, sound, and event blocks

Add interactivity with clicks and keyboard input

Create clones and use variables

Broadcast messages and manage game logic

Build and customize a simple side-scrolling game

💡 What topics will you cover?
We’ll explore essential coding concepts such as:

Sequencing and logic

Events and conditionals

Cloning and looping

Variables and scorekeeping

Game mechanics and animation

📚 How is your class structured?
This class takes place over 3 live sessions:

Week 1: Build a talking art assistant that reacts to clicks and uses animations

Week 2: Start coding a side-scrolling game using clones, movement, and simple controls

Week 3: Complete the game with score tracking, game-over logic, and extra challenge features

Each lesson includes direct instruction, coding time, and personalized help as students work through the project.

🎓 How will you teach?
We use a project-based learning approach. Every session includes:

📽️ Step-by-step slide walkthroughs

🧩 Live block-by-block coding demos

💬 Interactive Q&A moments

⏱️ Time for learners to build, test, and ask for support

🎨 Encouragement to personalize their projects

👩‍🏫 What’s your teaching style?
Our instructors are friendly, engaging, and encouraging! We create a welcoming classroom environment that celebrates creativity, effort, and experimentation. Mistakes are seen as part of the learning process, and every student is supported as they build confidence in their coding skills.

💬 How much will learners get to interact with you?
Students interact regularly throughout class! They’ll be encouraged to:

Ask questions during lessons

Share progress and ideas aloud or in the chat

Get real-time support while coding

Discuss what they created and reflect on what they learned

Whether your learner is shy or outgoing, we make sure everyone feels seen, heard, and celebrated.

By the end of the course, students will not only have two complete Scratch projects they can proudly share, but also a stronger grasp of real coding principles that apply to all programming languages.

We teach in a project-based style with live guidance and lots of positive reinforcement. Learners are encouraged to ask questions, experiment with code, and bring their creativity to life!