Chapter 9

Programming with Scratch

Scratch is an easy-to-learn toy programming language for kids. Scratch is preinstalled on the Pi desktop, so you can start learning how to make simple games and animations right away.

Understanding Scratch

Import a Costume

Switch a Costume with Blocks

Create a Loop

Move a Sprite

Add a Bounce

Check for Collisions

Respond to the Mouse and Keyboard

Edit a Costume

Change the Stage Background

Play Sounds

Work with Variables

Using the Pen

Understanding Scratch

You can use an application called Scratch to learn programming on your Pi. Scratch is a toy language created at MIT for use in schools. It introduces many basic features of programming and software, and is also fun to play with.

Understanding the Stage

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