Spring Break Game Design: Robot Rescue
In this 5-day class, students will design and code their own "Robot Rescue" game using Scratch, focusing on movement, platforms, obstacles, and timers. Kids will learn valuable game design skills in a fun, beginner-friendly environment.
Tirre' Logston
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(36)
What's included
5 live meetings
7 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Join us for a Spring Break adventure where you'll help Robot find their robot family after they get separated during a vacation! In this 5-day course, you’ll use Scratch to create a fun, platformer game with a robot characters, spring-themed obstacles, a countdown timer, and a point system. Your mission is to help the robot navigate through the level, avoid obstacles, and reach their family before time runs out. By the end of the week, you'll have a polished, professional-quality game to share with friends and family!
Course Breakdown:
Day 1: Meet your Robot & Set Up Basic Movement
Day 2: Create Platforms & Implement Gravity
Day 3: Add Obstacles & Program Interactions
Day 4: Add Timer, Points, and Family Reunion Goal
Day 5: Finalizing, Playtesting, and Sharing Your Game
Why This Works:
Engaging Story: The robot family reunion goal provides a personal touch,
motivating students to finish the game and making it more exciting.
Pre-Created Art: Students focus on coding and game mechanics using
polished, professional artwork that elevates the quality of the game.
Hands-On Learning: Each day, students will learn new coding skills while
developing one complete, playable level.Learning Goals
How to create and animate a robot character in Scratch.How to design platforms and implement jumping with gravity.
Other Details
Learning Needs
This class supports diverse needs with clear, step-by-step instructions, visual aids, and flexible pacing. Pre-made assets and encouragement ensure a positive, stress-free experience!
Parental Guidance
This class does not include any upsetting or scary content. Learners will need a free Scratch account to save and share their projects. Parents can set up an account by visiting scratch.mit.edu and clicking "Join." Follow the prompts to create a username, set a password, and verify your email address. Instructions will also be provided before class. 😊
Pre-Requisites
No prior experience is needed! Basic computer skills, like using a mouse and keyboard, are helpful, but everything else will be taught in class. 😊💻
Supply List
A computer or laptop with internet access A free Scratch account (set up instructions provided)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2020
5.0
36reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am an experienced STEM educator with years of teaching Scratch coding to students in both online and in-person settings. As a STEM lab teacher for K-5 and an Outschool instructor, I have guided hundreds of young learners through creative coding projects. My approach focuses on fostering problem-solving, creativity, and fun while ensuring every student feels supported and confident in their coding journey!Reviews
Live Group Class
$120
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
90 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
2-6 learners per class
