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
