Unit 5: MORE ON SCRATCH JUNIOR
Lesson Objective
To review what we learned about Scratch Junior.
To understand looping statements in Scratch Junior.
To start coding simple projects using Scratch Junior.
To create your own character in Scratch Junior.
Keywords
Scratch Junior
Looping
Coding
Character
Programming Blocks
National Identity
Why is it important to use coding skills to solve problems and
create helpful projects in our community of UAE?
Answer: Because coding helps us think carefully and use
technology in ways that can help others and make our community
better.
HOTS
If you could create a character in Scratch Junior, what would it
look like and what would it do? Why?
Example Answer: My character would be a helpful robot that
cleans up the park. I want it to help keep the environment clean.
Matching
Match the Scratch Junior block with its use:
Block Use
Loop Block Repeats actions again
Start Block Makes your own character
Character Tool Begins the program
Self Assessment
What is a looping statement in Scratch Junior?
Answer: It makes the program do something again and
again.
How do you start coding in Scratch Junior?
Answer: You open the app and drag blocks to make your
character move or do things.
How can you create your own character in Scratch Junior?
Answer: You use the character tool to draw or choose a
character you like.
Long Answer Question
Describe the steps you take to create a simple program in Scratch
Junior using looping.
Example Answer:
First, I open Scratch Junior on the tablet. Then, I choose a
character or make my own. Next, I drag the start block to begin
the program. After that, I add a loop block to repeat an action,
like moving or jumping. Finally, I press the start button to see my
character do the actions again and again.
