NEW ADDED - fully editable PPTX file added for adaptation. This is a complete guide for students and teachers to create their own “Arrakis Spice Harvester” game using Makecode Arcade. Made to support a hands-on approach to coding, problem-solving, and creativity in game design. Students and teachers are guided through exploration and creation learning key coding concepts as they gradually build their own working game. Each lesson focuses on small standalone game elements that can be explored, built and tested in a 30-60 minute session. By using the PRIMM method (Predict/Run/Investigate/Make/Modify) students will deepen their understanding, learn to use key coding vocabulary and apply concepts as they build depth into their own games. This scaffolded process will reward them with, not only their own working game, but a solid understanding of fundamental coding concepts and how to apply them in program development. Includes: NEW ADDED - fully editable PPTX file added for adaptation. Introduction to using Makecode in schools Skills Review Pre and Post reflection Step by Step game making guide - with detailed images and explanations Video walk through of game making process on YouTube PRIMM - Resources for Predict/Run/Investigate/Make/Modify stages of study Keywords - Definition matching exercises, Word Searches and Crosswords to support the learning of new language Innovation planning pages - for planning changes and improvements Debugging Resources Asset Creation Guidance - How to use Makecode image editor and media tools Flowcharts, Explanation and Project Planning resources Review pages for WWW / EBI (What went well / Even better if…) reflections. Support your students as they make their own exciting arcade games. PRIMM - teaching technique Predict - Run - Investigate - Make - Modify Throughout the series of activities, students are encouraged to innovate and iterate on the game design, predict outcomes based on code snippets, run the program to verify predictions, and investigate the effects of code modifications. The process highlights the importance of understanding game mechanics like tilemaps, in game variables, player interactions, and scoring mechanisms. Arrakis Spice Harvesting Game This game provides an engaging and dynamic experience where players must strategically calculate risk against reward as they strive to achieve the highest score from each level. Coding Concepts Commands Sequencing Sprites Theme Music Tiles and Tilemaps Status Bars Movement (Velocity X and Velocity Y) Countdown Events Overlap Conditional Rules If … then … else, level progression Variables (Lives, Points, Time) High Score Game Over Events

Product Description: Anime-Inspired Writing Prompts for Young Creatives Unlock the imaginative potential of young writers with our unique writing guide, “Anime Adventures: A Sensory Writing Journey.” This vibrant resource features an array of stunning anime character illustrations that serve as captivating prompts on each page, inspiring creativity and storytelling. Designed with the budding writer in mind, each page includes specially crafted icons that engage all five senses—sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. These icons guide young authors to craft rich, immersive descriptions, transforming their writing from ordinary to extraordinary. Key Features: Visual Inspiration: Stunning images of diverse anime characters spark creativity and invite writers to explore different personalities and scenarios. Sensory Icons: Thoughtful icons help young storytellers to incorporate sensory details, encouraging them to think beyond visuals and create vivid, multi-dimensional narratives. Encouraging Structure: Each page is thoughtfully laid out to provide enough space for writing while maintaining an engaging visual element, making it easy and fun to jot down ideas. Perfect for All Levels: Whether they are just starting out or looking to hone their craft, this guide is suitable for young writers of all abilities, fostering a love for storytelling. Transform the way young writers express themselves and watch as their imaginations flourish. “Anime Adventures: A Sensory Writing Journey” is the perfect companion for classrooms, home libraries, and creative writing clubs! Encourage your young authors to embark on their storytelling adventure today!

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Product Description: Food Friends: A Hilarious Writing Guide Dive into a world of culinary creativity with our delightful writing resource, “Food Friends: A Hilarious Writing Guide.” This whimsical guide features a variety of food types, each adorned with a funny face that sparks imagination and invites young writers to let their creativity run wild. Each page showcases a different food character—from a cheeky slice of pizza to a silly bowl of spaghetti—each with its own quirky expression. Accompanying these charming illustrations are playful prompts that encourage kids to imagine what these food items might say if they could talk, helping to ignite their storytelling skills. Key Features: Whimsical Characters: Colorful images of food with funny faces create an engaging and lighthearted atmosphere, making writing fun and accessible for young authors. Creative Prompts: Thought-provoking questions and scenarios inspire kids to develop characters and narratives, allowing them to explore storytelling from a unique perspective. Sense of Humor: By encouraging young writers to think about food’s personality, this guide fosters creativity while incorporating a sense of humor that resonates with young audiences. Fun and Educational: Ideal for all writing levels, this resource combines entertainment with skill-building, encouraging kids to practice writing in an enjoyable way. “Food Friends: A Hilarious Writing Guide” is the perfect companion for classrooms, home writing sessions, and creative clubs. Let your young writers embark on a delicious adventure where imagination meets humor, and watch them bring their food characters to life!

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Introducing our Phase 2 and 3 Phonics Flashcards using popular Minecraft vocabulary – an engaging and versatile learning resource designed to enhance phonetic awareness and boost literacy skills in young learners! Ways to Use the Flashcards: Flashcard Drills: Use the cards for quick review sessions. Hold up a card, say the phoneme aloud, and have students repeat it. This repeated exposure helps reinforce memory. Matching Games: Pair flashcards showing phonemes with corresponding images or words, allowing students to match sounds with visual representations, which enhances comprehension. Phoneme Hunt: Scatter the cards around the classroom and have students find and collect cards that correspond to specific sounds or words. This active learning promotes engagement and retention. Group Challenges: Divide the class into teams and call out a phoneme. Teams must race to find the correct flashcard, fostering teamwork and friendly competition while practicing phonetics. Story Creation: Encourage students to select a few phoneme cards and create short stories using words that contain those sounds. This creative approach helps in understanding sound patterns in context. Benefits: Enhanced Engagement: The interactive nature of using flashcards keeps students interested and motivated to learn. Improved Memory Retention: Visual and auditory repetition aids in memorizing phonetic sounds, making it easier for students to recall them in reading and writing. Foundational Literacy Skills: By mastering phonemes, students build a strong foundation for spelling, decoding, and overall reading proficiency. Transform learning into play with our Phonics Flashcards, making phonetic mastery enjoyable and effective! Perfect for classroom settings, tutoring sessions, or at-home learning. Help your students thrive in literacy today!