Title: Coding Games in Scratch: A Step-by-Step Visual Guide to Building Your Own Computer Games (Computer Coding for Kids)
Publisher: DK Children
Publication Date: 2015
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1465439358
ISBN 13: 9781465439352
Binding: paperback
Condition: Fair
Weight: 22 ounces

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Everyone can be a computer whiz with the ultimate beginner’s guide to coding.

This visual reference book is the perfect introduction to computer programming, with all you need to create single and multiplayer computer games, platformers, mazes, brainteasers, races, and much more.

The complexities of coding become clear and simple by following the numbered steps to build eight fantastic games using the Scratch programming language. Essential coding and computer science concepts are explained along the way as you build, test, and customize your new games.

This essential guide supports STEM education goals by helping you plan and design projects, test and improve prototypes, communicate ideas and think creatively – all while creating games to enjoy playing with friends and family.

As long as you have a desktop or laptop computer and an internet connection to download Scratch, you’re ready to go!

What are you waiting for? Let the games begin…

About the Author

Dr. Jon Woodcock has a degree in Physics from the University of Oxford and a PhD in Computational Astrophysics from the University of London. He started coding at the age of eight and has programmed all kinds of computers from single-chip microcontrollers to world-class supercomputers. His many projects include giant space simulations, research in high-tech companies, and intelligent robots made from junk. Jon has a passion for science and technology education, giving talks on space and running computer programming clubs in schools. He has worked on numerous science and technology books as a contributor and consultant, including DK's How Cool Stuff Works and Help Your Kids with Computer Coding.

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