4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Session Description
This camp introduces students to the exciting world of game development through Scratch, a beginner-friendly programming platform developed by MIT. Students will learn the basics of coding while exploring how characters, animations, sounds, and interactive elements come together to create games
Throughout the camp, students will participate in fun, hands-on coding challenges and projects, from creating interactive animations to designing their own playable games. By experimenting, testing, and improving their creations, campers will develop problem-solving, creativity, and computational thinking skills while discovering how their ideas can come to life through code.
Session Information
Suggested Age Range:
Elementary (1st - 6th)
Maximum students:
40
Workshop type:
Online
Location:
Google Meet
FAQ
Q: Where does this camp take place?
This camp will be online on Google Meet! More information will be sent out as we get closer to the first day.
Q: What kind of skills will my kids learn at the camp?
Students will learn the basics of game development using Scratch, including coding, animation, and game design. By the end of the three-day workshop, they’ll apply these skills to create and share their own playable game.
Q: Is there a meeting for parents before the camp?
No, there is no meeting for parents, however, parents are welcome to stay in the online meeting.
Q: Do my kids need to install anything before the camp?
Nope, the software we are using is Scratch, which are browser based software, meaning they just have to visit the website to start designing.
Q: How many spots are available for the camp?
Since we are online, we are able to accommodate more, up to a limit of 40 spots for the camp.
Q: Are there any other camps planned for the future?
Yes! We are planning to have a LEGO EV3 camp in late September.
Any other questions, please feel free to email us at bayareastemacademy@gmail.com.