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Scratch 1 - Scratchy Goes on a Quest for the Golden Kitty
Beginner Level - Ages 5+

Scratch is a great way to introduce children to programming. It has relatively few concepts that need to be mastered before they can begin exploring and creating by themselves. Most kids really love having this kind of platform to express their creativity. In this lesson we're going to be teaching concepts of:

1. Learning how computers take instructions literally
2. Learn basic terms like sprite, backdrop, sensing, etc.
3. Learn basic concepts of programming, namely Looping, Branching, Math, Algorithms

edited by nzaugg on 6/8/2020

Scratch 2 - Moonlander Game Easy Level - Scratch 1 Required / Ages 6+

Build the classic Moon Lander game using Scratch! In this lesson we're going to be teaching concepts of:

1. Keyboard Input
2. Game Sequencing
3. Graphics Effects
4. Variable Display
5. Frame rate as applied to physics (gravity & thrust)

This will be all done online so no additional software is needed on the computer. 

edited by nzaugg on 6/8/2020

JavaScript - Tetris
Beginner Level - Ages 8+

Have you ever thought about how the web works and how to create the sites and tools we use every day? JavaScript is the language that powers the internet and can be used for many different kinds of applications. In this session, we will be creating a Tetris clone that works very similarly to the original. We will cover the basics of programming (including things like variables and functions) as well as some of the more advanced pieces of a web page.

Come learn how to create a game with one of the most used languages in the world.

edited by nzaugg on 6/8/2020

Python - Gobbler 
Beginner Level - Age 8+

Gobbler is a simple recreation of the classic maze game, Pac Man. Arcade action, graphics and sound put you right in the maze! Your mission is to munch every last pellet in the maze. Run, gobble, dodge left, dodge right, take your chances in through the portal if you must but don't get caught by the ghosts!

This game demonstrates sprites, tile maps, music, sound, animation and keyboard control.

edited by nzaugg on 6/8/2020

Unity 3D - Rocket Game
Intermediate Level - Ages 12+

In this intro to Unity 3D we will be going over how to use the editor and programming in C#. We will also go into particle effects and sound effects as well as multiple level integration. All while building a super fun rocket game.  

edited by nzaugg on 6/8/2020

Scratch 3 - Super Scratchy
Easy Level - Scratch 1 & 2 Required
Ages 8+

Building upon what you learned in Scratch 1 and 2, we're going to build a really cool `Super Scratchy` Game! We'll learn about PreFabs, Clones, Collision Detection, Random Number Generation, and more!

Each child should have their own computer. This will be all done online so no additional software is needed on the computer. 

This is the Scratch 1 walk-through video. You can see the finished project here, and you can download the walk through instructions here. Please respond to this video if you need help.

I hope you enjoy learning Scratch!

edited by nzaugg on 6/6/2020

MonoGame - Ultimate Fiction Advanced Level - 14+

Ultimate Fiction is a simple RPG inspired by Final Fantasy. Travel the world seeking treasure, battling monsters, casting spells, obtaining powerful items and becoming stronger one victory at a time.

This RPG demonstrates sprites, tile maps, music, sound, keyboard control, text I/O, and multi-scene game design.

edited by nzaugg on 6/8/2020

Electroncs - Blinky / Button / Simon Intermediate Level - Age 12+

Arduino's are really tiny, very inexpensive computers. In this session we'll show you how to integrate with electronic circuits, program a few basic examples, and finish with the classic Simon game. 

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Unity 3D setup instructions and a brief intro:

Instructions can be found here.

edited by nzaugg on 6/17/2020

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