North Olympic Library System   

In Spring into Coding – Scratch Quest Creators, students ages 10–12 will be introduced to basic coding concepts through storytelling and game design using Scratch (a kid-friendly visual programming platform). Campers practice problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration as they build a project from idea to playable final version—their own digital quest!

Student Learning Outcomes

By the end of this session, participants will have learned:

• Creative Digital Storytelling: Students will design and build an original choose-your-own-adventure experience with characters, settings, and multiple story paths. Using digital visuals, sounds, and dialog to create a virtual quest.
• Foundational Coding Concepts: Students will use core programming ideas such as inputs/triggers, step-by-step sequences, decision-making (logic), and tracking progress (with variables or values). Allowing the game to be "playable", with choices and player input.
• Problem-Solving Through Iteration: Students will plan, test, and improve their projects by playtesting, identifying bugs (confusing moments), and making revisions based on feedback.