Storytelling and Game Design in Scratch
Integrates storytelling and game design in Scratch projects for collaborative creativity.
Description : In a storytelling and game design class using Scratch, students collaborate to create simple narratives and games, reinforcing language and programming skills simultaneously.
Category : Coding & Engineering
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Scratch and Storytelling Basics
Section 1: Welcome to Scratch and Storytelling
- Lesson 1: Getting to Know Scratch
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Getting to Know Scratch
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Storytelling Concepts
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Introduction to Storytelling Concepts
Section 2: Exploring the Scratch Interface
- Lesson 1: Navigating the Scratch Website
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Navigating the Scratch Website
- Lesson 2: Understanding the Scratch Workspace
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Understanding the Scratch Workspace
Section 3: Building Blocks of Programming
- Lesson 1: Learning About Code Blocks
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Learning About Code Blocks
- Lesson 2: Drag-and-Drop Coding Fundamentals
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Drag-and-Drop Coding Fundamentals
Section 4: Story Elements in Scratch Projects
- Lesson 1: Creating Characters with Code
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Creating Characters with Code
- Lesson 2: Structuring a Simple Plot
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Structuring a Simple Plot
Section 5: Collaborative Storytelling and Sharing
- Lesson 1: Working Together on Projects
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Working Together on Projects
- Lesson 2: Sharing Your Scratch Story
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Sharing Your Scratch Story
Module 2: Building Narratives in Scratch
Section 1: Planning Your Story
- Lesson 1: Brainstorming Story Ideas
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Brainstorming Story Ideas
- Lesson 2: Outlining Story Elements
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Outlining Story Elements
Section 2: Introducing Characters
- Lesson 1: Developing Character Profiles
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Developing Character Profiles
- Lesson 2: Designing Your Main Character with Scratch
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Designing Your Main Character with Scratch
Section 3: Setting the Scene
- Lesson 1: Creating a Story Setting
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Creating a Story Setting
- Lesson 2: Using Backdrops to Enhance Your Story
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using Backdrops to Enhance Your Story
Section 4: Enhancing with Sound and Music
- Lesson 1: Adding Sound Effects for Emphasis
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Adding Sound Effects for Emphasis
- Lesson 2: Incorporating Background Music and Narration
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Incorporating Background Music and Narration
Section 5: Evaluating Story Flow
- Lesson 1: Pacing and Timing in Your Story
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Pacing and Timing in Your Story
- Lesson 2: Getting Feedback to Improve Your Narrative
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Getting Feedback to Improve Your Narrative
Module 3: Designing Characters and Visual Elements
Section 1: Creating Characters in Scratch
- Lesson 1: Understanding Sprites and Costumes
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding Sprites and Costumes
- Lesson 2: Customizing Sprites for Your Story
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Customizing Sprites for Your Story
Section 2: Using the Scratch Paint Editor
- Lesson 1: Drawing Your Own Characters
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Drawing Your Own Characters
- Lesson 2: Editing and Saving Custom Costumes
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Editing and Saving Custom Costumes
Section 3: Building Interactive Scenes
- Lesson 1: Designing Engaging Backgrounds
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Designing Engaging Backgrounds
- Lesson 2: Arranging Visual Elements in a Scene
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Arranging Visual Elements in a Scene
Section 4: Animation Fundamentals
- Lesson 1: Creating Simple Animations
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Creating Simple Animations
- Lesson 2: Adding Motion to Your Characters
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Adding Motion to Your Characters
Section 5: Integrating Art with Storytelling
- Lesson 1: Aligning Visuals with Narrative Themes
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Aligning Visuals with Narrative Themes
- Lesson 2: Collaborative Art Projects in Scratch
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Collaborative Art Projects in Scratch
Module 4: Coding to Create Interactivity
Section 1: Introduction to Scratch Coding
- Lesson 1: Understanding Code Blocks in Scratch
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding Code Blocks in Scratch
- Lesson 2: Sequencing Commands
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Sequencing Commands
Section 2: Events and Control Structures
- Lesson 1: Using Event Blocks for Interaction
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Using Event Blocks for Interaction
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Control Blocks
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Introduction to Control Blocks
Section 3: Developing Interactive Elements
- Lesson 1: Coding Character Movements
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Coding Character Movements
- Lesson 2: Creating Interactive Dialogues
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Creating Interactive Dialogues
Section 4: Handling User Input
- Lesson 1: Responding to Keyboard Inputs
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Responding to Keyboard Inputs
- Lesson 2: Incorporating Mouse Click Interactions
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Incorporating Mouse Click Interactions
Section 5: Debugging and Testing Your Game
- Lesson 1: Identifying and Fixing Bugs
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Identifying and Fixing Bugs
- Lesson 2: Peer Testing and Feedback
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Peer Testing and Feedback
Module 5: Bringing It All Together – Final Project
Section 1: Project Planning and Brainstorming
- Lesson 1: Collaboratively Planning the Final Project
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Collaboratively Planning the Final Project
- Lesson 2: Defining Story and Game Objectives
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Defining Story and Game Objectives
Section 2: Drafting Your Project
- Lesson 1: Outlining the Story Structure
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Outlining the Story Structure
- Lesson 2: Sketching Game Scenes in Scratch
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Sketching Game Scenes in Scratch
Section 3: Building the Final Project – Coding and Design
- Lesson 1: Programming Interactive Features
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Programming Interactive Features
- Lesson 2: Integrating Story and Gameplay Elements
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Integrating Story and Gameplay Elements
Section 4: Refinement and Debugging
- Lesson 1: Testing and Polishing Your Project
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Testing and Polishing Your Project
- Lesson 2: Final Debugging and Enhancements
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Final Debugging and Enhancements
Section 5: Presentation and Reflection
- Lesson 1: Presenting Your Project to Peers
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Presenting Your Project to Peers
- Lesson 2: Reflecting on Learning and Next Steps
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reflecting on Learning and Next Steps