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

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

Scratch 3 Programming Playground: Learn to Program by Making Cool Games
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Scratch 3 Programming Playground: Learn to Program by Making Cool Games Trade paperback - 2021

by Al Sweigart

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No Starch Press, January 2021. Trade Paperback. Used Very Good. Light wear to cover, slightly bumped corners, pages clean and unmarked. We carry new and used books in our storefront. We want you to be satisfied with your purchase. Please contact us if you have questions regarding this item.
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  • Title Scratch 3 Programming Playground: Learn to Program by Making Cool Games
  • Author Al Sweigart
  • Binding Paperback
  • Condition Used Very Good
  • Pages 288
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher No Starch Press
  • Publication date January 2021
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 482407
  • ISBN 9781718500211 / 1718500211
  • Weight 1.1 lbs (0.50 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.2 x 7 x 0.7 in (23.37 x 17.78 x 1.78 cm)
  • Age range 09 to 12 years
  • Grade levels 4 - 7
  • Reading level 1010
  • Category Young Adult Misc. Nonfiction
  • Library of Congress subjects Computer programming, Microcomputers - Programming
  • Dewey Decimal Code 005.133
  • Quantity available 1

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Reader reviews for Scratch 3 Programming Playground: Learn to Program by Making Cool Games

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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, you'll 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.

You'll learn to make games like:

  • Maze Runner: escape the maze!
  • Snaaaaaake: gobble apples and avoid your own tail
  • Asteroid Breaker: smash space rocks
  • Fruit Slicer: a Fruit Ninja clone
  • Brick Breaker: a remake of Breakout, the brick-breaking classic
  • Platformer: a game inspired by Super Mario Bros

  • Learning how to program shouldn't be dry and dreary. With Scratch 3 Programming Playground, you'll make a game of it!

    Covers: Scratch 3

    About the author

    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.
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