Scratch Programming Playground

Scratch Programming Playground is a kid-friendly introduction to coding where readers use Scratch to make their own computer games.

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Destroy asteroids, shoot hoops, and slice and dice fruit with Scratch Programming Playground! Scratch is the colorful drag-and-drop programming language used by millions of first-time learners. In this project-packed guide, you'll learn to program by making cool games. Each game includes easy-to-follow instructions, ending with review questions to reinforce the lesson, and creative coding challenges. Want to add more levels or a cheat code? No problem, just write some code. You'll make games like: Maze Runner! Escape before time runs out! Snake! Gobble apples, but your snake gets longer Asteroids! Blast space rocks Fruit Slicer! A Fruit Ninja clone Breakout! The break-breaking classic A platformer game inspired by Mario Learning how to program shouldn't be dry and dreary. With Scratch Programming Playground, you'll make a game of it!