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Lesson: Getting Started with Scratch 3.0 – Basic Interactive Script –

Scratch 3.0 is a visual programming language designed to introduce coding skills to beginners through an intuitive block-based interface. It allows users to create interactive stories, games, and animations, making learning to code engaging and fun. Follow this detailed guide to get started with Scratch 3.0 and create a basic interactive script.

1. Access Scratch 3.0 – Getting Started with Scratch 3.0: Basic Interactive Script

Steps:

1. Visit the Scratch website.
2. Click on “Create” to start a new project.

2. Familiarize Yourself with the Interface – Getting Started with Scratch 3.0: Basic Interactive Script

Key Areas:

• Stage: The large area on the right where your project runs.
• Sprite List: Below the stage, where your characters (sprites) are listed.
• Code Area: The large area in the middle where you drag blocks to build scripts.
• Block Palette: The area on the left, containing the blocks you can use.

3. Creating a Simple Animation – Getting Started with Scratch 3.0: Basic Interactive Script

Steps:

1. Add a Sprite:
   • Click the sprite icon to add a new sprite from the library.
2. Move the Sprite:
   • Drag a move 10 steps block from the “Motion” category into the code area and click it to move your sprite.

4. Making the Sprite React to Clicks

Steps:

1. Event Handling:
   • Drag a when this sprite clicked block from the “Events” category.
2. Combine Actions:
   • Attach a say Hello! for 2 seconds block (from the “Looks” category) below the event block.

5. Adding a Background

Steps:

1. Change the Stage Background:
   • Click the stage icon, then choose a backdrop from the library.

6. Control the Sprite with Arrow Keys

Steps:

1. Add Event Blocks:
   • Use when key pressed blocks for each arrow key.
2. Add Motion:
   • Connect turn clockwise 15 degrees or move 10 steps blocks to the event blocks for directional control.

7. Save and Share Your Project

Steps:

1. Create an Account or Log In:
   • Save your projects by creating an account or logging in.
2. Share Your Project:
   • Use the “Share” button to share your project with the Scratch community.

Illustration of Code Blocks

Here’s how to make a sprite move and say something when clicked:

1. Event Block: when this sprite clicked
2. Motion Block: move 10 steps
3. Looks Block: say Hello! for 2 seconds

Visual Guide – Getting Started with Scratch 3.0: Basic Interactive Script

Below is an illustration of the code blocks you will use:

Scratch’s drag-and-drop interface is designed to be very user-friendly, making it easy to create this simple script. Enjoy exploring and creating with Scratch 3.0!