Intro to Coding with Scratch

Explore coding fundamentals through Scratch by building stories, games, and animations.

About Course

Unlock the world of computer science

The course introduces students to the basics of Scratch programming. Students start the course by working with the fundamentals of sprites, costumes, and backdrops.

They then learn core programming concepts from sequencing and repetition to selection and variables. They also use various coding tools to strengthen their core computer science skills.

Skills

Skill-up approach

PC Settings & Operations
Scratch Programming
Presentation Software
Storyboarding
Collaboration
Pattern Recognition
Animation
Logical Reasoning

Final Project

Case-based Portfolio

Scratch Mini-Game: Exhibition of Computer Games

Final project: Students create a complex maze runner game, applying knowledge from first two modules and adding movement controls, obstacles, and sound effects for interactive gameplay.

Testimonials

What Our Students Think

Student learning with YaizY is more dynamic, engaging, and applicable to the real world! See what our students say about it!

Ethan
Summit Public Schools
I'm able to learn something I'm actually passionate about.
Emma
Longview Public Schools
It is a great opportunity to learn some valuable skills we will most likely need later in life.
Layla
Longview Public Schools
I enjoy how inclusive it is and how the teacher makes sure we have a firm understanding of the subject.
Sofia
SWAN Kids School
I like how the teacher helps incorporate every student into learning whether it's just answering questions, or reading, and sharing work.
Olivia
Longview Public Schools
I get to learn new things everyday.
Emberlyn
Atlas Public Schools
I love how creativity is unlimited.
Dylan
Tulsa Public Schools
The course is unique, not something I would expect to learn in school.
Shrey
Uplift Education
I find our projects very exciting and I look forward to them every day.