Description
Introduce coding with confidence!
A low-prep first Scratch coding lesson your Gr 3-8 students will enjoy.
Includes an engaging Read & Respond and 3 scaffolded Scratch tasks that increase in difficulty. Perfect for teachers who want a manageable starting point.
What’s Included:
✔ Informational reading about coding
✔ Read & Respond comprehension questions
✔ 3 Scratch coding tasks:
- Task 1 – Beginner (Create a Digital Pet)
- Task 2 – Developing (Design your Dream House)
- Task 3 – Challenge (Treasure Hunt Adventure)
Simple. Focused. Ready to use.
Great For:
- Your first coding lesson of the year
- Introducing Scratch to beginners
- Ontario Math Coding Strand expectations
- A STEM block
- Computer lab days
- Sub plans
- Early finisher extension
Skills Taught:
- Creating and modifying Sprites (characters)
- Simple action coding tasks (movement, speech text, adding sounds, costume changes, broadcasting)
- Experimentation with paint editor and backdrop features
Why Teachers Choose This Resource:
- No coding experience required
- Scaffolded task progression
- Low prep
- Easy to implement
- Affordable introduction at just $3
BONUS: For each task, extension ideas are provided as well! Students will enjoy exploring, experimenting and having a blast as they delve into the magical world of coding!
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This resource supports:
- Ontario Math Coding Curriculum
- Beginner Scratch activities
- Elementary coding introduction
- Computational thinking skills
- STEM learning in Grades 3–8
Introduction to Coding with Scratch | First Coding Lesson + 3 Scaffolded Tasks
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Description
Introduce coding with confidence!
A low-prep first Scratch coding lesson your Gr 3-8 students will enjoy.
Includes an engaging Read & Respond and 3 scaffolded Scratch tasks that increase in difficulty. Perfect for teachers who want a manageable starting point.
What’s Included:
✔ Informational reading about coding
✔ Read & Respond comprehension questions
✔ 3 Scratch coding tasks:
- Task 1 – Beginner (Create a Digital Pet)
- Task 2 – Developing (Design your Dream House)
- Task 3 – Challenge (Treasure Hunt Adventure)
Simple. Focused. Ready to use.
Great For:
- Your first coding lesson of the year
- Introducing Scratch to beginners
- Ontario Math Coding Strand expectations
- A STEM block
- Computer lab days
- Sub plans
- Early finisher extension
Skills Taught:
- Creating and modifying Sprites (characters)
- Simple action coding tasks (movement, speech text, adding sounds, costume changes, broadcasting)
- Experimentation with paint editor and backdrop features
Why Teachers Choose This Resource:
- No coding experience required
- Scaffolded task progression
- Low prep
- Easy to implement
- Affordable introduction at just $3
BONUS: For each task, extension ideas are provided as well! Students will enjoy exploring, experimenting and having a blast as they delve into the magical world of coding!
******************************************
Please click HERE to follow my store!
When you follow Light it Up Learning, you will gain access to new items and be the first to know about discounts, freebies and product launches!
Want to earn FREE products?
Simply log into your TPT account and go to your "My Purchases" page. Click the "Provide Feedback" button next to each purchase to give a quick rating. This will earn you valuable TPT credits for use on any future purchases. I truly appreciate your feedback!
******************************************
This resource supports:
- Ontario Math Coding Curriculum
- Beginner Scratch activities
- Elementary coding introduction
- Computational thinking skills
- STEM learning in Grades 3–8
