Super Scratch Programming Adventure, 2nd Edition

Scratch is the wildly popular educational programming language used by millions of first-time learners in classrooms and homes worldwide. By dragging together colorful blocks of code, kids can learn computer programming concepts and make cool games and animations. The latest version, Scratch 2, brings the language right into your web browser, with no need to download software.

In Super Scratch Programming Adventure!, kids learn programming fundamentals as they make their very own playable video games. They’ll create projects inspired by classic arcade games that can be programmed (and played!) in an afternoon. Patient, step-by-step explanations of the code and fun programming challenges will have kids creating their own games in no time.

This full-color comic book makes programming concepts like variables, flow control, and subroutines effortless to absorb. Packed with ideas for games that kids will be proud to show off, Super Scratch Programming Adventure! is the perfect first step for the budding programmer.

For Ages 8 and Up

Now Updated for Scratch 2

An Excerpt from the Foreword

“Scratch is more than a piece of software. It is part of a broader educational mission. We designed Scratch to help young people prepare for life in today’s fast-changing society. As young people create Scratch projects, they are not just learning how to write computer programs. They are learning to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively– essential skills for success and happiness in today’s world.

As you read this book, let your imagination run wild. What will you create with Scratch?”

-Professor Mitchel Resnick, Director, MIT Scratch Team, MIT Media Lab

Table of Contents

Stage 1: Riding a Flare from the Sun
Stage 2: Entering Space
Stage 3: Trapped by Mona Lisa’s Smile
Stage 4: Defend Hong Kong’s Technocore
Stage 5: Penalty Kick in Ipanema
Stage 6: Scratchy’s Wild Ride
Stage 7: The Lost Treasures of Giza
Stage 8: Wizard’s Race!
Stage 9: The Final Fight… in Dark space
Stage 10: Epilogue