Camp Program
Catch It! Scratch Game Creator Camp
Scratch Coding
Game Design
Beginner Friendly
Creative Problem-Solving
1-Day Camp
Price $129
Ages 9-15
Overview
Catch falling stars, collect underwater crystals, or feed tacos to a monster; the theme is yours to choose! At Coder’s Clubhouse, campers will spend the day turning a blank Scratch project into their own playable catching game.
Using Scratch’s drag-and-drop coding blocks, campers will learn how to control a character, make objects fall, track points, and create a winning moment. Our instructor will guide them through each step, with time to personalize their artwork, add sound effects, and adjust how their game plays. Optional challenges give campers who are ready for more a chance to stretch their skills.
Campers will also swap games, share feedback, and make improvements before showing off their creations. Everyone will take home their saved project on a provided USB drive, along with instructions for reopening it in Scratch.
Designed for ages 9–15, this beginner-friendly camp requires no previous coding experience. Computers and project materials are provided.
Key Concepts
Block-based coding: connecting Scratch blocks to give instructions.
Events and loops: starting actions and repeating instructions.
Conditions: making a game respond when something happens.
Coordinates: positioning and moving characters on the screen.
Variables: storing and updating a score.
Game testing: finding problems and improving how a game works.
Soft Skills
Creative thinking through game design and personalization.
Problem-solving by testing ideas and fixing mistakes.
Persistence when a first attempt doesn’t work.
Communication through sharing games and giving helpful feedback.
Outcomes
Build a playable catching game with movement, scoring, and a winning goal.
Personalize the game with a chosen theme, visuals, and sound.
Practice testing a game and making improvements.
Save and reopen a Scratch project.
Take home the project on a provided USB drive to keep playing and creating.
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Camp Overview
Price
$129
Experience Needed
No coding experience required. Basic mouse and keyboard skills are helpful.
Length
1-Day Camp
Signup By
Monday, November 2, 2026
Time
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Starts On
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Ends On
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Location
Coder's Clubhouse - Edina, MN
