Class 2 & 3 and Level 2

For 8-year-old students using Scratch programming, it's great to start with simple and engaging
projects that help them grasp fundamental concepts while having fun. Here are some program
ideas:

1. Interactive Story:
 Have students create an interactive story where characters move and speak
based on user input. This encourages creativity and introduces them to event
handling.

2. Animated Greetings Card:

 Create a digital greeting card where characters or objects move and display
messages. Teach them about animation and basic programming structures.

3. Virtual Pet Game:

 Introduce the concept of variables by having students create a virtual pet game.
They can code their pet to respond to different user interactions like feeding or
playing.

4. Math Quiz Game:

 Build a simple math quiz game where the computer asks math questions, and
the player answers. This helps reinforce programming logic and basic arithmetic
skills.

5. Musical Instrument:
 Create a program that allows students to play virtual musical instruments using
the keyboard or mouse. This introduces them to sound and event-driven
programming.

6. Maze Game:
 Develop a basic maze game where a character navigates through a maze, and
the player controls its movements. This project introduces basic game mechanics
and user control.

7. Dance Party:
 Make a program that choreographs a dance routine for sprites. This is a fun way
to introduce loops and basic sequencing.

8. Weather Simulator:
  Design a program that simulates different weather conditions (sunny, rainy,
cloudy) and teaches students about conditional statements.

9. Fruit Catching Game:

 Create a game where a character catches falling fruits. This introduces basic
game physics and collision detection.

10.Virtual Art Gallery:

 Build a project where students can create their own digital art gallery with
interactive artwork. This allows them to explore the creative side of
programming.
Remember to encourage creativity, experimentation, and problem-solving. It's essential for
young learners to explore and have fun while coding in Scratch. Additionally, you can gradually
increase the complexity of the projects as they gain more confidence and skills.
 PROGRAM # 1: MATH QUIZ GAME
Problem Statement: The game should ask a series of simple math questions (addition,
subtraction) and provide instant feedback on whether the answer is correct or not. The
program should keep track of the score and display it to the player after each question. Make
the game visually appealing with engaging sprites and sound effects to enhance the learning
experience.

Hint:
1. User Input: Use the "Ask" block to prompt the player to answer a math question. Store
the user's response in a variable.
2. Random Questions: Generate random math questions by using the "pick random" block
for numbers and operators. This ensures variety and unpredictability in the quiz.
3. Check Answer: Implement conditional statements to check if the user's answer is
correct. Provide appropriate feedback using speech bubbles or messages.
4. Score Keeping: Use a variable to keep track of the player's score. Increase the score
when the answer is correct and display the updated score after each question.
5. Timer (Optional): To add an extra challenge, you can include a timer for each question.
If the player answers within a certain time, they earn extra points.
6. Visual Feedback: Consider using visual cues like happy or sad sprites to indicate whether
the answer is correct or not. This adds an element of gamification.
7. End of Game: Create a condition to end the game after a certain number of questions or
when the player decides to finish. Display a congratulatory message along with the final
score.
Remember to keep the math problems age-appropriate and gradually increase the difficulty as
the player progresses through the game. This project not only reinforces mathematical
concepts but also introduces the basics of user input, conditionals, and scorekeeping in
programming.
 PROGRAM # 2: INTERACTIVE STORY
Problem Statement: The story should have animated characters, dialogues, and user
interactions that influence the storyline. Each sprite should respond to specific events or user
input, making the narrative engaging and interactive. The goal is to introduce students to basic
programming concepts such as event handling and sequencing while fostering creativity
through storytelling.

Hints:
1. Character Introduction: Introduce characters using the "when green flag clicked" block
and display speech bubbles or dialogues introducing the storyline.
2. User Input: Use the "Ask" block to take user input for decisions or interactions. Store
the input in variables for later use in the story.
3. Conditional Storyline: Implement conditional statements ("if" blocks) based on user
input. This allows the story to branch in different directions depending on the choices
made by the player.
4. Animated Scenes: Utilize motion and looks blocks to create animated scenes. For
instance, move characters across the stage, change their costumes to reflect emotions,
or use visual effects to enhance the story.
5. Sound Effects and Music: Incorporate sound effects or background music to make the
story more immersive. Use the "play sound" block to trigger sounds during specific
events or actions.
6. Repeating Elements: Implement loops to create repeating elements in the story, such as
characters walking or objects moving across the stage. This adds dynamics to the
narrative.
7. Story Progression: Use the "broadcast" block to signal the progression of the story. For
example, broadcast messages like "Next Scene" or "Continue" to smoothly transition
between different parts of the storyline.
8. Feedback and Rewards: Provide positive feedback or rewards when users make certain
choices or reach specific points in the story. This encourages engagement and adds a
gamified element to the interactive experience.
9. Conclusion: Conclude the story with a resolution or a message. Use the "say" block or
animated sequences to wrap up the narrative and leave a lasting impression.
Encourage students to experiment with different characters, dialogues, and storylines to
unleash their creativity. The focus should be on creating a dynamic and interactive storytelling
experience using Scratch's visual programming blocks.

PROGRAM # 3: FRUIT CATCHING GAME

Problem Statement: Design a Fruit Catching Game using Scratch for 8-year-old students. The
game should involve a character that moves horizontally to catch falling fruits. The player earns
points for each fruit caught and loses a life if a fruit is missed. The objective is to create an
engaging and interactive game that introduces basic game mechanics such as user controls,
scoring, and consequences for actions.
Hints:
1. Sprite Setup: Create a sprite for the player-controlled character (e.g., a basket) and
another for the falling fruits (e.g., apples, bananas).
2. Player Controls: Use the "forever" loop and "if" blocks to allow the player to control the
character's movement. For example, use the arrow keys to move the character left and
right.
3. Generate Falling Fruits: Create clones of the fruit sprite at random positions at the top
of the screen. Use a "forever" loop to make them move downward.
4. Catch Mechanism: Implement a condition to check whether the player's character
touches a falling fruit. If so, increase the score and possibly play a sound effect.
5. Missed Fruit: If a fruit reaches the bottom without being caught, decrease the player's
lives. Display the remaining lives on the screen.
6. Game Over Condition: Implement a condition to end the game when the player runs
out of lives. Display a "Game Over" message along with the final score.
7. Score Display: Use a variable to keep track of the player's score. Display the current
score on the screen, updating it each time a fruit is caught.
8. Sound Effects: Add sound effects for catching fruits and losing lives to make the game
more engaging.
9. Background and Visuals: Choose a colorful background and visually appealing sprites to
make the game visually stimulating.
10. Difficulty Levels (Optional): To add complexity, consider increasing the speed of falling
fruits or introducing different types of fruits with varying point values.
Encourage students to experiment with the game parameters and customize the visuals to
make the game uniquely theirs. The goal is to introduce game development concepts in a fun
and interactive way.