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Great summer resource for 2024

Creating Scratch Jr animations while learning about the 2024 Olympics is a great cross curricular activity.

Scratch Jr (a free app on Apple and Android devices) has a super child friendly interface, ideal for young children, allowing them to learn basic programming concepts by sequencing command blocks to create simple animations.

Create animated simulations of the following sports

  • Relay race
  • Swimming
  • Sailing
  • Archery
  • Hurdles
  • Gymnastics
  • Football (Soccer) Penalty and Passing
  • Basketball
  • Cycling

This resource introduces the following fundamental programming concepts.

  • Sequencing
  • Loops
  • Events
  • Conditionals
  • Parallelism
  • Testing and Debugging

Each tutorial has clear and concise, child friendly instructions, graphical guidance and example block sequences so students can feel confident making their own coded animations.

By following these tutorials students will be able to sequence commands and events to create fun animations, practice new language as they describe what is happening and write their own innovations too!

All of these ideas and concepts are transferable so children can begin to develop animations of their own, reflecting their own favourite activities, hobbies and sports.

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Summer Olympics Coding Challenges

Double the Fun with MakeCode Arcade & Scratch Jr: Summer Olympics Coding Bundle! Get ready for an exhilarating summer of coding with our Summer Olympics Fun Coding Activities Bundle. This unique package combines the engaging power of MakeCode Arcade and Scratch Jr, offering two exciting resources designed to introduce young learners to coding through the thrilling theme of the Summer Olympics. What's Inside the Bundle? MakeCode Arcade: Summer Olympics Long Jump Simulator: Step-by-Step Tutorial: Easy-to-follow guide for creating your first playable game. Interactive Learning: Hands-on coding exercises to engage and educate. PRIMM Coding Lessons: Structured approach to help students predict, run, investigate, modify, and make their game. Customizable and Creative: Encourages students to innovate and personalize their game. **Scratch Jr: Summer Olympics Tutorials** Beginner-Friendly Instructions: Perfect for younger students or those new to coding. Fun Olympic-Themed Activities: Create and animate with colorful graphics and simple coding blocks. Interactive Projects: Encourage creativity and problem-solving. Flexible Learning: Suitable for individual or classroom use, with plenty of room for customization. Why Choose This Bundle? Combines the excitement of the Summer Olympics with the educational benefits of coding. Two Powerful Platforms: Leverage the strengths of both MakeCode Arcade and Scratch Jr to cater to a wide range of ages and skill levels. Comprehensive Learning: From block-based coding in Scratch Jr to more advanced game development in MakeCode Arcade, this bundle offers a well-rounded introduction to coding. Encourages Creativity: Provides ample opportunities for students to personalize and enhance their projects, fostering innovation and imagination. Bring the spirit of the Summer Olympics into your coding activities and watch your students become coding champions with this dynamic and engaging bundle! Perfect for summer camps, classroom activities, or at-home learning, this bundle is your go-to resource for fun and educational summer coding.

£6.00

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