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Hour of Code Tutorial 2021

Today we'll show you how to create your own Scratch sprite and animate it, as a fun introduction to coding. Then, we'll share 10 beginner-friendly Hour of Code tutorials - from coding with The Grinch, to saving an ocean with Artificial Intelligence - so you'll find something to enjoy!

Create & Learn Team

Oct 18, 2021

5 min read

10 Halloween STEM Activities

Today we've rounded up some of the spookiest fun October projects, challenges, and puzzles that are easy to set up and budget-friendly, so you have time to try a few! Find your favorites, and enjoy.

Create & Learn Team

Oct 18, 2021

4 min read

Hour of Code Minecraft: 10 Fun Activities

Hour of Code has become a worldwide effort to celebrate computer science, starting with 1-hour coding activities. So today we're going to share some fun Hour of Code Minecraft activities you can complete. We'll guide you step by step through the challenges in the 2019 Minecraft demo world.

Create & Learn Team

Oct 18, 2021

6 min read

STEM Holiday Gift Guide for Kids: 15 Great Ideas

With the winter holidays fast approaching, you may be starting to think about the best presents to get your children this year. We’ve identified 15 great products that will get kids excited about building, creating, and thinking scientifically.

Create & Learn Team

Oct 5, 2021

7 min read

15 Best Virtual Winter Break Camps for Kids in 2021

It's time to get ready for winter break, and that means discovering new ways to keep the kids happy and engaged while indoors. So today, we'll share the best winter break camps for kids. Add in a little hot chocolate and your student is sure to be a happy camper!

Create & Learn Team

Oct 1, 2021

8 min read

How to Make a Whack-A-Mole Game on Scratch

Today is your chance to learn how to create the popular Whack-A-Mole game using Scratch coding! We'll walk you through the logic step by and step, and even share some fun ways to customize your game to make it your own.

Create & Learn Team

Sep 22, 2021

6 min read

Fun Snake Scratch Tutorial: Step By Step

The snake game has been around for decades. It was originally played on a battery-operated hand-held device known to the world as Tetris. Today we'll teach you how to design your own original snake game with Scratch!

Create & Learn Team

Sep 20, 2021

5 min read

What Is Coding For Kids?

In this post, we'll reveal why so many people believe coding for kids and teens is critical. We'll start by explaining what is coding for kids, before we move on to discuss the best ways to get kids started. We've even included some free coding classes for kids to make your adventure easy.

Create & Learn Team

Sep 13, 2021

8 min read

How to Make Tic Tac Toe on Scratch

Ready to learn how to make Tic Tac Toe on Scratch? Today, you can bring this traditionally paper-and-pencil game for two players into the digital realm. Here's how in a few simple steps.

Create & Learn Team

Sep 13, 2021

4 min read

How to Make a Game with Levels on Scratch

Today, learn how to make a fun game with levels on Scratch. Together, we'll create a fun Balloon-Pop challenge in a few simple steps. Once you've conquered this tutorial, you'll pick up the skills to make Tetris and more.

Create & Learn Team

Sep 10, 2021

5 min read