ScratchJr is a beginner-friendly app for young children. Kids can create stories, animations, and simple games by snapping together graphical blocks of code. It’s designed for pre-readers and early readers.
Why it’s great:
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Encourages creativity through storytelling
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Introduces coding logic in a simple, visual way
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Free and tablet-friendly
How to Use ScratchJr
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Download the App
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ScratchJr is free and available on iPad, Android tablets, and Chromebooks.
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Create a New Project
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Open the app and tap the “+” button to start a new project.
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Choose a background for your story or game.
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Add Characters (Sprites)
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Tap the character icon to add or create characters.
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Kids can draw, choose, or import characters.
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Use Coding Blocks
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Drag and snap blocks together to make your character:
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Move → move in different directions
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Jump → make the character hop
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Say → add speech or dialogue
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Repeat → create loops for repeated actions
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Test Your Project
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Press the “Play” button to see your story or game in action.
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Adjust the blocks to fix mistakes or add new actions.
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Save and Share
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Save your project and show it to friends, family, or classmates.
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Why ScratchJr is Great for Kids
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Encourages creativity and storytelling
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Builds problem-solving and logical thinking
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Fun, interactive, and easy to use for beginners
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