Coding from Scratch

This manual teaches the fundamentals of coding using the Scratch platform. Readers will learn to design games, animations, and musical projects, among other projects. Ziter clearly explains how to use the program, from signing in to using the scripts tab and selecting sounds from the sound library. Readers can compare what they see on their computer screens with what appears on the page and follow along with Ziter’s warm, clear guidance: “To make it look like the gummy bear is being squished, you’ll need to create multiple costumes for your sprite.” Through the range of projects, readers will gain a sense of the versatile applications for Scratch coding. Ages 8–10.[em] (Aug.) [/em]