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Learning Scratch
Unit
Goal Glimpse
Scratch Position of Sprite
Playing with a Sprite What is a Backdrop?
What are Blocks? Broadcasting Messages
Nowadays, learning coding from an early age is necessary. Coding is like learning a new language,
but instead of talking to people, you talk to computers. With coding, you can create your own
games, animations, and stories. A fun way to start coding is by using Scratch.
SCRATCH
Scratch is a colourful and easy-to-use tool that lets you drag and drop blocks to make your
ideas come to life. Scratch was created by the Lifelong Kindergarten Group at the MIT Media Lab
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology). It was designed as a visual programming language to
help students learn coding easily, without the need to type complex commands.
Why Should We Use Scratch?
Some reasons to use Scratch are as follows:
1. Easy to Use: Scratch uses colourful blocks that you drag and drop to create games, stories,
and animations. There’s no need to worry about tricky typing or big words!
2. Fun and Creative: You can let your imagination run wild by designing characters, choosing
backgrounds, and making them move or talk however you want.
3. Learn Problem-Solving: Scratch helps you think step by step to solve problems, like making
a character jump or a game work properly.
4. Share with Friends: Once you finish your project, you can share it with friends and family to
show off your amazing work.
5. Safe and Kid-Friendly: Scratch is made for kids, so it’s a safe place to explore and learn.
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