Scratch Junior
ScratchJr is an introductory programming language designed specifically for young children to get started with coding. Developed by the MIT Media Lab, ScratchJr provides a creative platform for kids to learn the basics of coding through interactive and engaging projects.
It is a powerful tool to introduce young children to the world of coding in a fun and educational way. By building their own projects, kids develop important skills that will serve them in their future educational and career endeavors.
Scratch Junior Coding for Kids
Kid-Friendly Interface:
- Simplified drag-and-drop functionality.
- Intuitive design with colourful graphics tailored for early learners.
Block-Based Programming:
- Uses visual blocks to represent coding commands.
- Encourages logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Creative Projects:
- Allows kids to create their own interactive stories, animations, and games.
- Encourages creativity and self-expression through customizable characters and backgrounds.
Educational Benefits:
- Introduces fundamental programming concepts such as sequences, loops, and events.
- Enhances math and literacy skills through interactive and engaging activities.
Scratch Junior Course Modules
- Introduction to Coding: Understanding that coding is giving instructions to a computer.
- Overview of Scratch Junior Interface: Getting familiar with the ScratchJr workspace, sprites and backdrops.
- Basic Movements: Learning to drag and drop blocks to make characters move.
- Simple Projects: Creating easy animations with simple movements like Move, Scale, Show/Hide, Rotate and Jump
- Sequencing: Understanding how and why to add the blocks in the right order.
- Introduction to Events: Understanding how to use event blocks to start animations.
- Interactive Elements: Creating interactive projects where users can click or tap to trigger actions.
- Animating with Loops: Using loops to repeat actions and create engaging animations.
- Camouflage Effect: Animate sprites with color-changing effects to blend into their surroundings.
- Scene Transition: Create smooth animations to transition between different scenes in your project.
- Custom Characters and Backgrounds: Choosing and customizing characters and backgrounds.
- Creating a Story: Using sequencing blocks to create a simple narrative.
- Dialogue and Sounds: Adding speech bubbles and sound effects to enhance the story.
- Animating Actions: Bringing characters to life with motion and expression animations.
- Shooting Game: Create a shooting game and use the message block for controls.
- Maze Navigation: Guide a character through a maze using arrow controls.
- Two-Player Fun: Design a two-player game to enjoy with a friend.
- Timed Games: Add timers to clicker and chase games for extra challenge.
- Hide and Seek: Create a hide and seek game with dynamic scene changes.
- Dino Adventure: Build a game inspired by Google Dino’s jumping action.
Why Choose Our ScratchJr Course?
- Engaging Curriculum: Designed to keep young minds interested and excited about coding.
- Interactive Learning: Hands-on projects that reinforce concepts and encourage creativity through personalized live sessions.
- Supportive Instructors: Our teachers understand the unique needs and learning styles of young children and ensure that every session is fun and enjoyable.
ScratchJr
- Ages 6-7
- 16 Sessions
- Beginner
- Certified
Requirements
- A laptop/desktop with Zoom installed.
- ScratchJr app installed on iPad/Android Tablet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How will the Scratch Junior course benefit my child?
Scratch Junior gives young children their first experience of thinking logically and solving problems. They learn core programming ideas like sequences, loops, and events by building their own animations, stories, and games. Along the way it supports early math and literacy skills, such as ordering steps, counting, and telling a story, and it encourages creativity and self-expression.
Are classes 1:1 or in a group?
Both formats are available. Students can take live 1:1 classes or join small groups of 2–4, depending on what suits your child.
How long is the course, and how often are classes held?
The course has 16 live sessions, typically two 60-minute classes a week, so it takes about two months. Classes are taught live by an instructor, not pre-recorded.
How long is the course, and how often are classes held?
The course has 16 live sessions, typically two 60-minute classes a week, so it takes about two months. Classes are taught live by an instructor, not pre-recorded.
What does my child need to take the course?
A tablet or a computer with an internet connection. Classes are live on Zoom, and your child builds projects in ScratchJr, which is freely downloadable. No other equipment or coding experience is needed.
What will my child build in the course?
Animations, interactive stories with dialogue and sound, and simple games such as a maze, a two-player game, hide and seek, and a Dino-style jumping game. It’s 25+ projects across four modules.
What’s the difference between Scratch Junior and Scratch?
Scratch Junior is the simplified, tablet-based version for early learners, with no reading required. Scratch is the full version for older kids, with more advanced block-based programming. Most children start with Scratch Junior and move on to eduSeed’s Scratch Programming course as they grow.
Does my child get a certificate?
Yes. Students receive a digital certificate on completing the course.