num_pages: 224
description: Using fun graphics and easy-to-follow instructions Coding Projects in Scratch is a straightforward visual guide that shows young learners how to build their own computer projects using Scratch a popular free programming language.Kids can animate their favorite characters build games to play with friends create silly sound effects and more with Coding Projects in Scratch. Step-by-step instructions teach essential coding basics and outline 18 fun and exciting projects including a personalized birthday card; a tunnel of doom multiplayer game; a dinosaur dance party animation with flashing lights music and dance moves-and much more.The simple logical steps in Coding Projects in Scratch are fully illustrated with fun pixel art and build on the basics of coding so that kids can have the skills to make whatever kind of project they can dream up.Supporting STEM education initiatives computer coding teaches kids how to think creatively work collaboratively and reason systematically and is quickly becoming a necessary and sought-after skill. DK's computer coding books are full of fun exercises with step-by-step guidance making them the perfect introductory tools for building vital skills in computer programming.Author Bio:Dr. Jon Woodcock has a degree in Physics from the University of Oxford and a PhD in Computational Astrophysics from the University of London. He started coding at the age of eight and has programmed all kinds of computers from single-chip microcontrollers to world-class supercomputers. His many projects include giant space simulations research in high-tech companies and intelligent robots made from junk. Jon has a passion for science and technology education giving talks on space and running computer programming clubs in schools. He has worked on numerous science and technology books as a contributor and consultant including DK's How Cool Stuff Works and Help Your Kids with Computer Coding.
language: English
title: Coding Projects in Scratch: A Step-by-Step Visual Guide to Coding Your Own Animations, Games, Simulations, a
publisher: DK Children