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Before You Start!
Before You Start!
Before we begin any programming you will need some files that I have prepared for you. To the right is a link with all of the project files, sprites and sound sample needed to complete this program.
What's in the Download:
What's in the Download:
- Sprite Costumes
- Sound Libraries
1.1
1.1
Click this link to view the LVL Beat Machine project build site.
You will be working in-between this webpage and your scratch project tab. To make it easier, close all other tabs except these two.
1.2
1.2
If you’d like to save your work today and already have a Scratch account, log in to your account now in the top right corner of the window.
If you don't have an account, you can create one today. Raise your hand if you'd like help doing that!
1.3
1.3
Click the blue [See Inside] button.
Now your page should look like this:
1.4
1.4
Let's take a moment to understand what we are looking at here, especially if you are new to Scratch Programming.
Let's define some areas of the Scratch environment as we'll be using them throughout these instructions.
BLOCK PALETTE
The block palette allows you to drag blocks into the Scripts Area. When you drag a block from this area, a copy of it follows the mouse until you "drop" it where you need it.
SPRITES PANE
The sprites pane contains a thumbnail view of all sprites. Clicking a sprite opens up either the Script Area or the Costume Pane
COSTUME PANE
The Costume Pane contains a list of costumes of the selected sprite. Costumes can be edited and arranged in this area.
SOUNDS PANE
The Sounds Pane contains a list of audio clips associated with the selected sprite. Sounds can be added, recorded, edited, and arranged in this area.
SCRIPT AREA
Blocks from the Block Palette are dragged into the Scripts Area. These then can be combined with other blocks to form scripts, and eventually a project.
THE STAGE
The Stage is where the "action" happens. It functions like an immovable sprite that lives in the background. This is where you check your code using the Green Flag to run your program.
At this point
At this point
You should have two tabs open:
- This website with the instructions
- The beat machine Scratch project page
Moving Forward...
Moving Forward...
- Take your time!
- Actions are always bolded.
- Some steps don't require any action, but it's important to read everything.
- The undo button is your best friend ;)
We've briefly discussed the areas within Scratch's workspace but if you're new I'd recommend watching this quick video to get a better understanding before moving on.
When you feel ready, click the [Next Section] button to the right to move on to the next set of instructions.
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