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MakeCode Arcade (Ages 6 - 12)

Coding Games - Shark Attack!

Code Shark Attack with Microsoft MakeCode Arcade! Bring a free login to get the most of this class https://arcade.makecode.com

• Class Duration: 1 Hour
• Age Requirements: 6-12*
• Required Skills: 1st Grade Reading and Writing Level, Keyboard and Mouse Proficiency
• Recommended Skills: Experience using a web browser, Gaming Experience
• Prerequisite Class: None

*For the safety and comfort of children, a responsible adult or caregiver must accompany children 10 years of age or younger while they are using the Library. If there is available space, you are welcome to join your child in class. If not, or you would rather not join class, you must wait within view of classroom door.

Microsoft MakeCode is a free browser-based coding platform. If you would like your student to get the most out of this class, create a free MakeCode Account for them and bring their login information. This will ensure that their work is saved on their accounts, and they will be able to continue working at home. This is part of a MakeCode series and having an account where their work is saved will encourage them to keep learning, and they will be able to publish their games to the web! Create an account here: https://arcade.makecode.com

Class Objectives:

• Use Logic to Describe What we want a Program to Do
• Create our game/program with MakeCode Block Code
• Playtest and bugfix our code

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