What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. At the Scratch Coding Lab summer camp, homework isn’t your typical assignments—it’s all about bringing your projects to life! Each day, you’ll dive into exciting coding projects during our live sessions. After class, your "homework" is to finish up what we started together. But don't worry, we've got you covered with specialized YouTube videos!Certificate of Completion
At the Scratch Coding Lab summer camp, we celebrate your coding achievements every step of the way with our special Badge and Certificate System! How It Works: Experience Points (EXP): Each day, you’ll earn experience points by completing projects and participating in coding challenges. Daily Recognition: Based on the EXP you accumulate, you’ll receive: Badge: Earn a badge symbolizing your daily achievement in mastering new coding skills. Certificate: Receive a certificate recognizing your progress and dedication in becoming a coding wizard!Class Experience
Intermediate Level
Hey there, young coding wizards! 🌟 Ready for a summer adventure that’ll turbocharge your Scratch skills faster than you can say “Hello, World!”? Join us for a four-day coding camp where you’ll embark on an epic journey from Apprentice Coder to Spellbinder Coder! 🚀 This special summer camp is a supercharged version of our popular Scratch Coding Lab class, designed to catapult you through four levels of coding mastery in just one week! Perfect for coders with a bit of Scratch experience who are ready to level up and tackle fun projects that are as cool as a cucumber in a coding jam. 🍪💻 _________________________________________________________________ Prerequisite: This camp is for students who already know their way around Scratch. If you’ve done some basic coding and are ready for more, you’re in the right place! _________________________________________________________________ What You Get: Expert Guidance: Learn from a seasoned coding guru (that’s me!) who’s passionate about helping you shine. Exclusive Content: Access to private YouTube tutorials to help you review and master what we cover each day. Fast-Track Progression: Jump four levels in our coding system and earn shiny new badges and certificates. Personalized Feedback: Get tips and tricks tailored to your journey, helping you become the best coder you can be. Fun Projects: Tackle cool projects every day, from making a Dad Joke Generator to creating your own ice cream game. _________________________________________________________________ Epic Leveling System Every day, you’ll earn experience points (EXP) for completing projects and challenges. You’ll move up the ranks faster than a rocket-powered penguin! 🚀🐧 Apprentice Coder (Level 1) Scribe Coder (Level 2) Journeyman Coder (Level 3) Spellbinder Coder (Level 4) By the end of camp, you’ll have leveled up four times and be ready to show the world your coding chops! _________________________________________________________________ Day 1: Apprentice Coder - Dad Joke Generator Welcome: Get ready for a wild ride into the world of coding! Project: Create a hilarious Dad Joke Generator. You’ll use lists to store jokes and a broadcast system to animate characters who deliver the jokes. Every loop brings a new laugh, making each joke session a knee-slapper! 🤣 Skills Focus: Basic coding, broadcast messaging, lists, randomization, and sprite animation. Level Up! Earn EXP to reach Apprentice Coder status and get your first shiny certificate. Review: Access your private YouTube tutorial to keep those jokes rolling smoothly. Day 2: Scribe Coder - Ice Cream Scoop Stacking Game Project: Whip up a delicious Ice Cream Scoop Stacking Game. Stack as many scoops as you can without toppling your tasty tower! You’ll use variables, operators, and cloning to build a game that’s as sweet as it is fun. 🍦 Skills Focus: Variables, operators, cloning, and user interaction. Level Up! Earn EXP to become a Scribe Coder and collect new coding badges. Review: Enjoy your private YouTube tutorial to perfect your ice cream stacking skills. Day 3: Journeyman Coder - Feet on the Sand Project: Dodge the scorching sun in our Feet on the Sand game! Move your feet to stay in the shade and keep cool. You’ll use operators, broadcasts, loops, and conditional logic to create a game that’s both challenging and a blast to play. 🌞🏃 Skills Focus: Operators, broadcast messaging, loops, and conditional statements. Level Up! Level up to Journeyman Coder and earn your new certificate. Review: Watch your private YouTube tutorial to stay ahead of the game. Day 4: Spellbinder Coder - Challenge & Trivia Day Activity: It’s Challenge & Trivia Day! Test your skills with coding challenges and show off your knowledge with some fun trivia. Whether it’s debugging or creating mini-games, today’s all about celebrating your coding prowess. Skills Focus: Apply everything you’ve learned to solve creative coding challenges and ace the trivia. Final Showcase: Show off your challenge solutions and celebrate your journey with your fellow coders. Level Up! Reach the pinnacle as a Spellbinder Coder and receive your ultimate coding certificate. Review: Dive into private YouTube tutorials for extra practice and challenge solutions.
Learning Goals
Programming Fundamentals
Block-based Coding, Conditional Statements, Variables and Data, Lists, Operators, Loops, and Debugging Techniques
Creative Project Development
Sprite Manipulation, User Interaction, Broadcast Messaging, Project Planning and Design, and Creative Problem-Solving
Other Details
Parental Guidance
As a parent, I encourage you to support and supervise your child's exploration of Scratch coding. In addition to coding, your child may also need to search Google for images to download and upload to Scratch projects. While this can be an enriching part of the creative process, it's important to guide your child in using safe and appropriate images. I recommend discussing the importance of respecting copyright laws and selecting images that are suitable for their projects.
Furthermore, your child may also explore using background remover tools online to remove backgrounds from images and create PNG images for their projects. While these tools can enhance creativity, it's essential to ensure that your child understands how to use them safely and responsibly. I recommend supervising their use of such tools and discussing the importance of respecting privacy and using images ethically.
By actively engaging with your child and providing guidance in these areas, you can help them navigate the digital world responsibly while fostering their creativity and learning in Scratch coding.
Pre-Requisites
Should have a basic knowledge of the Scratch User Interface and blocks found on the block palette. Any prior class in Scratch will cover the pre-reqs for this course.
Supply List
It is preferable and highly recommended to have 2 screens. If that is not possible, a working knowledge of how to navigate from one window to another will be sufficient.
Teacher expertise and credentials
As a dedicated educator with a passion for technology and creativity, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to teaching Scratch coding. With a background in STEM education, I am equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to guide students through their coding journey. My hands-on experience in elementary education has allowed me to develop effective teaching strategies that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
Furthermore, my enthusiasm for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education drives me to continuously seek out new ways to engage and inspire students in coding and computational thinking. Whether it's through designing interactive projects, facilitating collaborative learning experiences, or providing personalized support, I am committed to empowering students to unleash their creativity and develop essential coding skills with Scratch.
With my background, expertise, and dedication to student success, I am confident in my ability to create a positive and enriching learning environment where students can thrive and excel in Scratch coding.
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Live Group Class
$120
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-6 learners per class