Coding
Grades 2 - 4
Description
MakeCode Arcade: Intro to Game Development (Grades 2-5) Subject: STEM, Programming, Game Development Level up your child’s creativity and coding skills with MakeCode Arcade! This beginner-friendly course introduces students to the exciting world of game development using Microsoft’s MakeCode platform — a visual coding environment similar to MIT Scratch. Through fun, hands-on projects, students will: Learn the core building blocks of coding, like loops, conditionals, and event-based logic Create their own arcade-style games featuring sprite animation, collision detection, and score tracking Explore advanced features like sound design, power-ups, and level creation Complete thrilling projects like Musical Chairs, Super Arcade Brothers, and Castle Defense Gain the confidence to design and build their very own games from scratch This class blends logic, problem-solving, and creativity in an exciting and approachable way. Perfect for young gamers who want to go from playing games to creating them!
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What to bring
No supplies needed. All supplies will be provided for this activity.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation Policy –
All Enrichment and Afterschool Programming: the last day to cancel an enrollment is 08/18/2025 at 11:30 pm.
Early Dismissal Wednesday Program: the last day to cancel any enrollment is 07/28/2025.
Once registration closes, changes will not be honored and no refunds will be given.
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