Scratch 3 Programming Playground: Learn to Program by Making Cool Games by Al Sw

Description: Scratch 3 Programming Playground by Al Sweigart A project-filled introduction to coding that shows kids how to build programs by making cool games. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A project-filled introduction to coding that shows kids how to build programs by making cool games. Based on Scratch 3, the worlds most popular drag-and-drop programming language developed by the MIT Lifelong Kindergarten Group.A project-filled introduction to coding that shows kids how to build programs by making cool games.Scratch, the colorful drag-and-drop programming language, is used by millions of first-time learners worldwide. Scratch 3 features an updated interface, new programming blocks, and the ability to run on tablets and smartphones, so you can learn how to code on the go.In Scratch 3 Programming Playground, youll learn to code by making cool games. Get ready to destroy asteroids, shoot hoops, and slice and dice fruit! Each game includes easy-to-follow instructions with full-color images, review questions, and creative coding challenges to make the game your own. Want to add more levels or a cheat code? No problem, just write some code.Youll learn to make games like-Maze Runner- escape the maze!Snaaaaaake- gobble apples and avoid your own tailAsteroid Breaker- smash space rocksFruit Slicer- a Fruit Ninja cloneBrick Breaker- a remake of Breakout, the brick-breaking classicPlatformer- a game inspired by Super Mario BrosLearning how to program shouldnt be dry and dreary. With Scratch 3 Programming Playground, youll make a game of it!Covers- Scratch 3 Author Biography Al Sweigart is a software developer who teaches programming to kids and adults. He has written several Python books for beginners, including the worldwide bestseller Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, as well as Invent Your Own Computer Games with Python, and Making Games with Python & Pygame. Table of Contents IntroductionChapter 1: Getting Started with ScratchChapter 2: Rainbow Lines…in Space!Chapter 3: Maze RunnerChapter 4: Shooting Hoops with GravityChapter 5: A Polished Brick Breaker GameChapter 6: Snaaaaaake!Chapter 7: Fruit SlicerChapter 8: Asteroid Breaker…in Space!Chapter 9: Making an Advanced PlatformerChapter 10: Where to go from Here Review "Kids who can master Minecraft might want to try making their own games using this as a guideline."—Joy Schwabach, Arkansas Online "The book is well written, full of humor and puns, and the explanations of how things work are good. It also generally implements things in a sensible way and you arent going to learn any bad habits or methods from the book. . . . highly recommended." —Kay Ewbank, I Programmer, Programming Book Choices For Fun"An excellent resource to learn how to make epic games . . . My son has been coding for several years now. He enjoyed working through this book and completing the games. He likes that the authors presentation is clear, concise, and engaging. There is no second-guessing with the illustrations if you are doing the steps correctly. "—Renee Knoblauch, The Old Schoolhouse®Praise for Scratch Programming Playground"An impressive manual for achieving Scratch programming mastery and creating genuinely entertaining games." —Kirkus Reviews"My son was able to successfully complete each game he attempted. And along the way, he gained some excellent programming skills. I also really appreciated the character lessons he learned (patience and perseverance, not to mention goal-setting). These were a great by-product of Scratch programming!" —The Old Schoolhouse Magazine"The book is well written, full of humor and puns, and the explanations of how things work are good." —I Programmer"Im quite impressed with exactly how much of the Scratch programming tool the reader will have used and learned by the end of the book, and I think teachers and parents will find this a 5-star reference." —Jim Kelly, GeekDad"If you are looking for the next thing for your Minecraft-loving kids and havent tried Scratch, the Scratch Programming Playground book is a great guide to teach kids how to program by making cool games." —Tech Savvy Mama Promotional A project-filled introduction to coding that shows kids how to build programs by making cool games. Based on Scratch 3, the worlds most popular drag-and-drop programming language developed by the MIT Lifelong Kindergarten Group. Review Quote Praise for Scratch Programming Playground "An impressive manual for achieving Scratch programming mastery and creating genuinely entertaining games." --Kirkus Reviews "My son was able to successfully complete each game he attempted. And along the way, he gained some excellent programming skills. I also really appreciated the character lessons he learned (patience and perseverance, not to mention goal-setting). These were a great by-product of Scratch programming!" --The Old Schoolhouse Magazine "The book is well written, full of humor and puns, and the explanations of how things work are good." --I Programmer "Im quite impressed with exactly how much of the Scratch programming tool the reader will have used and learned by the end of the book, and I think teachers and parents will find this a 5-star reference." --Jim Kelly, GeekDad "If you are looking for the next thing for your Minecraft-loving kids and havent tried Scratch, the Scratch Programming Playground book is a great guide to teach kids how to program by making cool games." --Tech Savvy Mama Promotional "Headline" A project-filled introduction to coding that shows kids how to build programs by making cool games. Based on Scratch 3, the worlds most popular drag-and-drop programming language developed by the MIT Lifelong Kindergarten Group. Description for Sales People The first edition of Scratch Programming Playground sold over 25,000 copies. Features full-colour screenshots, illustrations and step-by-step instructions. Also includes review questions and extra coding challenges which can be used as classroom activities. Al Sweigart is the author of the worldwide bestseller Automate the Boring Stuff With Python (No Starch, 2015). Details ISBN1718500211 Author Al Sweigart Pages 288 Publisher No Starch Press,US ISBN-10 1718500211 ISBN-13 9781718500211 Format Paperback Imprint No Starch Press,US Place of Publication San Francisco Country of Publication United States Illustrations 288 Illustrations, unspecified Language English Short Title Scratch 3 Programming Playground Subtitle Learn to Program by Making Cool Games Year 2021 Publication Date 2021-01-06 AU Release Date 2021-01-06 NZ Release Date 2021-01-06 US Release Date 2021-01-06 UK Release Date 2021-01-06 Audience Age 9-12 DEWEY 005.133 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131159061;

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