$75
for 4 classes
Scratch Coding Summer Camp: Code Your Own Space Lander Game
Completed by 8 learners
Ages 8-12
Live Group Class
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(974 reviews)
Live video meetings
4x per week, 1 week
2-6 learners per class
55 min
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursCertificate of Completion
🌟 New! Certificates of Completion 🌟 We’re excited to now offer Certificates of Completion on a 4-week rotation! After each lesson, learners will receive a certificate celebrating their progress and achievements. This is a great way to recognize their hard work and keep them motivated as they build their coding skills! 🚀Class Experience
🌌 Blast Off into Space Coding! 🚀 In this 4-day camp, students will dive into the wonders of outer space and create their very own Space Lander game in Scratch! Over the course of this fun-filled camp, they’ll learn key coding concepts like variables, lists, and conditionals while exploring the mysteries of the galaxy! 🌠 Students will discover how to think like a game designer, create variables to control velocity, use lists to keep track of planets, and master conditionals to control their spaceship’s flight ✨. Advanced learners will even create their own gravity simulation! 🪐 This hands-on camp is designed for ages 8-12, and no prior coding experience is needed! With a class size capped at 6 students, each learner will receive personalized support from the teacher throughout the class. Expect a lot of interactive fun, questions, and feedback as everyone codes their projects together! 💻🎮 Class Breakdown: Welcome & Introductions (5 minutes) 🌟 Space Theme Lesson (5 minutes) 🪐 Code Your Space Lander Game in Scratch (40 minutes) 🚀 Student Project Showcase & Goodbye (5 minutes) 🌠 What Your Student Will Need: A free Scratch account: https://scratch.mit.edu/ 🌟 A laptop or desktop computer with Zoom and screen-sharing enabled 💻 A stable internet connection (3mbs+) 🌍 A working speaker, microphone, and webcam 📷🎤 Please have an adult nearby for the first 5 minutes to help set up and tackle troubleshooting. iPads and tablets are not compatible with this class. 🚫📱
Learning Goals
Students will create a Space Lander game in Scratch, learning key concepts like variables, lists, and conditionals. They'll also develop problem-solving skills and think like game designers, all while having fun coding and exploring space!Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will use Scratch to participate in class. Students must access the Scratch account using a laptop or a computer in class (no smartphone or tablets). Students will use their own Scratch account to code while following instructions from the teacher. Students may continue to use their Scratch account outside of class.
Supply List
Learner Supply List: A free Scratch account (sign up at scratch.mit.edu) A laptop or desktop with Zoom installed and screen-sharing enabled 💻 Internet connection of 3mbps+ 🌐 Working speaker, microphone, and webcam for a fully interactive experience 🎤🎥 🚨 Note: iPads aren't recommended, but reach out if you need any assistance. Also, please have an adult on hand for the first 5 minutes to help with setup and troubleshooting. Our team can't wait to dive into coding fun with you and turn creative ideas into awesome projects! 🎮✨ See you soon! The Coco Coders Team
External Resources
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have teaching certificates
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Doctor of Medicine in Health Professions and Related Programs from University of Karachi
Master's Degree in Education from Saginaw Valley State University
3 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Western Oregon University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of Toronto
Bachelor's Degree in Education from ICCT Colleges
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Computer Science from University of the People
Coco Coders is led by a team of passionate and experienced educators dedicated to providing engaging, hands-on coding lessons for children. Founded by Elizabeth Tweedale, an advocate for empowering kids through technology, Coco Coders offers a dynamic learning environment where children develop essential coding skills. Our educators are carefully selected for their expertise in technology, as well as their ability to inspire and support young learners.
With a background in founding successful coding schools like Cypher Coders and GoSpace AI, Elizabeth has built a team that values creativity and problem-solving through coding. At Coco Coders, we have worked with thousands of children across various platforms, offering both live classes and camps in a range of coding topics, from Scratch to Python. Our teachers are trained to guide students in building real-world projects, helping them explore the possibilities of technology in a fun and interactive way.
Each instructor at Coco Coders is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Our teachers have experience working with children in diverse educational settings and are skilled at making coding accessible for learners of all levels, ensuring that every child’s curiosity is nurtured.Reviews
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