June Hols Coders Camp: 5-Day Scratch, for Ages 7-10

🌟 Discover the Magic of Coding with Scratch through Our 5-Day Scratch Coding Camp! 🌟

Dive into a world of digital storytelling and game creation with our fun-filled 5-day Scratch Coding Camp! Tailored for children aged 7 to 10, this camp promises a blend of education and entertainment, ensuring your child learns the fundamentals of coding while unleashing their imagination in a supportive, engaging environment.

Programme Description

Introducing our Scratch Beginner Course, the first step in a thrilling three-part journey designed to unlock the world of programming for young minds. At The Young Maker, we leverage Scratch—a fun, block-based visual programming language developed to transform abstract programming concepts into engaging, hands-on experiences. Through engaging games, animations, and projects, children will master coding fundamentals like sequencing, conditionals, loops, variables, and events, all while honing their design thinking skills. Our curriculum goes beyond coding; it's about nurturing essential digital literacy skills from an early age, including proficient typing and mouse navigation. No prior coding experience? No problem! We've tailored our program to ensure a welcoming, supportive environment for all beginners, laying a solid foundation for their digital future.

Why Scratch?

Scratch transforms coding into a fun, accessible activity for kids. It's a space where creativity meets innovation, allowing children to learn programming through interactive stories, animations, and games. Learning Scratch opens up a world of digital creativity and problem-solving for kids, laying a solid foundation for further education in computer science and other STEM fields. Through Scratch programming, children gain a variety of valuable skills and outcomes that go beyond just understanding how to code.

Learning Outcomes

• Have fundamental programming concepts: Students learn basic programming principles such as sequences, loops, conditional statements, variables, and events, which are foundational to all programming languages.
• Computational thinking: Scratch introduces computational thinking skills, including problem-solving, pattern recognition, algorithmic thinking, and debugging. These skills help children approach problems in a structured and creative way.
• Creativity & innovation: With Scratch, kids can create their own games, stories, and animations, which encourages imaginative thinking and innovation. They learn to think creatively and express their ideas through coding.
• Project design & development (reinforcing design thinking skills): Students learn to plan, design, and execute projects from start to finish. This process teaches them about project management and the importance of persistence and iteration.
• Logical thinking & math skills: Programming with Scratch enhances logical thinking and supports math skills such as coordinates, angles, and operations. This helps students apply math concepts in a practical and engaging way.
• Adaptability to future technological advances: Early exposure to programming prepares children for a future where technology and coding skills will likely be indispensable, making them adaptable and eager learners of new technologies.

Why This Programme is Important

In today's digital age, understanding the language of technology is invaluable. Our program does more than just teach coding; it opens a door to critical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to bring imaginative ideas to life. By starting young, children not only gain a competitive edge in technology but also develop a mindset for continuous learning and innovation. Join us at The Young Maker, where we're not just preparing children for the future; we're helping them shape it.

Recommended Age Group

Tailored specifically for budding tech enthusiasts, our program is ideally suited for children aged 7 to 9. We've crafted our curriculum to match their learning pace, ensuring a blend of fun and education that resonates with this age group.

Materials Provided

Participants will receive comprehensive lesson materials and engaging exercises designed to reinforce the key programming concepts learned in class. Each resource has been thoughtfully developed to support their learning journey, ensuring concepts are not just taught but understood and applied.

At TYM, we make learning fun and accessible, ensuring each child feels like a coding wizard by the end.

Camp Highlights:

• 🌟 Dates: 27 to 31 May (5 days)
• 🌟 Time: 9am to 12pm each day
• 🌟 Camp fee: $535 nett
• 🌟 No coding experience required

Spots are limited, and curiosity is infinite! Sign up now to secure your child's place in our Scratch Coding Camp!