Python Playground: Code Your Own Battle Game!

In this fun and beginner-friendly coding class, students will learn how to write a text-based battle game using the Python programming language. Designed for kids new to Python or coding in general, this class combines imagination, logic, and real coding skills to build an interactive game from scratch.

✅ What will be taught?
	•	How to set up and run code in a beginner-friendly Python environment (Replit)
	•	Key Python concepts: print(), input(), if/else statements, variables, and loops
	•	Game-building logic, including user choices, health points, and victory/defeat conditions
	•	How to test, troubleshoot, and customize their own game

🧠 Topics we’ll cover:
	•	Writing user input and storing data in variables
	•	Building decisions and reactions with conditionals
	•	Using loops to allow replayable game interactions
	•	Adding randomness for surprise attacks or outcomes (optional)
	•	Customizing characters, attacks, and outcomes

🧭 How the class is structured:

This is a one-time class (approximately 75 minutes), and it will flow as follows:
	1.	Introduction and setup – Meet & greet, set expectations, open Replit (5–10 mins)
	2.	Live coding walkthrough – Step-by-step instruction as students follow along with me to build the battle game (35–40 mins)
	3.	Playtest & customization – Students test their code, try out gameplay, and personalize their characters or outcomes (15–20 mins)
	4.	Show & share + wrap-up – Students can share their screen or code, ask final questions, and get ideas for what to build next (5 mins)

🧑‍🏫 How I will teach:

I’ll teach by screen sharing and live coding with clear, student-friendly explanations. Students are encouraged to code along with me in real time. I provide regular checkpoints to pause, troubleshoot, and ask questions. No prior experience is necessary — I keep things fun and approachable for learners at all levels.

💬 Interaction Style:
	•	High interaction — students will be coding in real time alongside me
	•	Open mic/chat for questions and help at any point
	•	Students can share their screen or code if they want to show progress or ask for help
	•	Optional end-of-class share session to show off their customizations or creative ideas