Session 3.1

Characters

Create a new project

Name it "3.1 Characters" and share it

Do you want to create your own Scratch blocks?

Experiment with the Make a Block feature in Scratch! In this project, you will create your own blocks that define two behaviors for two different characters.

Start Here

  • Choose from the library, paint, or upload two sprite characters.
  • Click on the Make a Block button in the My Blocks category to create and name your block.
  • Add blocks under the Define block to control what your custom block will do.
  • Experiment with using your block to program your characters' behaviors.
  • Repeat!



Tutorial Vid with older version of Scratch

Requirements & Guidelines

  • You must have 2 sprites
  • Each sprite must have 2 new student made blocks

Feeling Stuck? Things to Try:

  • Sometimes there can be more than one way of defining the same behavior. Experiment with different block combinations to try out multiple options and outcomes.

Finished?

  • Challenge yourself to do more! Add other characters and conversations.
  • Share your project with a neighbor and walk them through your process of exploration and design.
  • Help a neighbor!