Let's Code! - Scratch for Beginners
In this 2-day class, we will learn about Scratch and make fun animations and cards using characters, backgrounds, speech bubbles, and simple movement.
Joan Mendelson
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(14)
What's included
2 live meetings
3 in-class hoursClass Experience
This class will begin with an overview of the Scratch, followed by an interactive demo and mini-lesson on sprites, backgrounds, and code blocks. We will then work together as each student creates their own animation and card. They will add artwork and coding, and we will discuss code blocks needed to create conversations and simple movement as we code. Students will help each other debug their code, and will reflect on the code blocks they find most useful. We will also discuss other topics related to student questions and interests. This class is geared toward students who are new or beginners with Scratch.
Learning Goals
Students will learn about the Scratch interface, sprites (characters and objects), backgrounds, and basic code blocks, as well as logical thinking and debugging techniques. Students will use their creativity to make a fun animation and a card.
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need a Scratch account for this class. If you don't already have a Scratch account, please create one prior to the start of this class.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined October, 2021
5.0
14reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi, my name is Joan Mendelson. I teach Computer Science (CS) to Kg - 8th graders in a brick and mortar school. I also teach with Outschool!
In my classes, students use CS and their creativity to make animations, stories and games. I love creating with Scratch and other CS tools, because it’s like putting together pieces of a puzzle to make something special. My approach to teaching is to spark this joy in students, by making coding skills engaging and accessible. My classes bring together critical thinking, problem solving, creativity and collaboration. They empower students with confidence and skills to express themselves, help others, and continue learning.
I enjoy teaching beginners and experienced students alike. Students can progress at their own pace while sharing the experience with their classmates. There are so many things we can create with animation tools! My classes and animation clubs focus on various projects, including story telling, documenting events in kids’ lives, animated cards and letters, prototypes, and of course game creation. Whether I’m teaching a large class or a small group, I love to encourage student voice while developing technical skills. I hope you’ll join me! What should we create next?
When I’m not teaching, I enjoy bike riding, cooking, dancing, working on creative projects, and spending time with family and friends. What inspires you? Let’s use our passions to create something awesome!Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
90 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-6 learners per class
