Create · Ages 8–12
Creative Coding & Game Design
Turn an original story into an animation or game while learning the logic behind every interaction.
Proposed pathway. This is a curriculum direction for future delivery. Dates, session length, fees, equipment and venue are to be confirmed. Submit a programme request to express interest and discuss feasibility.
A project with a purpose
Create an interactive story or a playable game with a goal, controls and feedback.
Illustrative project direction; the final brief will be adapted to the group.
Learning goals
- Use events, loops and choices in a program.
- Break a game idea into manageable steps.
- Test with a peer and improve the player experience.
Suggested learning journey
STEP 1
Imagine
Sketch a character, setting and simple interaction.
STEP 2
Code
Build the first version using events and sequences.
STEP 3
Playtest
Ask another learner to try it and identify a bug.
STEP 4
Publish a demo
Present the project in a supervised showcase.
Equipment & preparation
Suggested tools: a block-based coding environment such as Scratch and a computer.
Where could this lead?
Robotics & Physical Computing, then AI & Data Lab or Maker Engineering as appropriate.
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