Scratch Day is a special day when people from all over the world come together to have fun and learn about Scratch. Scratch is a cool tool that helps you create your own stories, games, and animations. Each Scratch Day event is different, but they all have a playful and exciting spirit. Whether you’re just starting to learn Scratch, trying out new things, or making new friends, Scratch Day is a great time for everyone!
If you want to join a Scratch Day event, you can look online to find one near you. If you’re interested in hosting your own Scratch Day, you can find lots of ideas and tips online to help you plan. Then, you can share your event so others can join in the fun. Last year, there were more than 1,200 Scratch Day events all around the world! This year, Scratch Day is on May 11th, but you can celebrate Scratch Day anytime you want!
Think about how you would like to celebrate Scratch Day. Maybe you can create a new game or animation, or you can teach a friend how to use Scratch. You could even organize a small event at your school or in your neighborhood. Whatever you choose, make sure to have fun and enjoy learning with Scratch!
Did you know that Scratch was created by a group of people at MIT? They wanted to make it easy and fun for kids like you to learn how to code. With Scratch, you can use colorful blocks to build your projects, making it simple to understand how coding works. So, get creative and start exploring all the amazing things you can do with Scratch!
Create a Scratch Story: Think of a short story you love or make up your own. Use Scratch to create an animation of your story. You can use different characters and backgrounds to make it exciting. Share your story with your friends or family and ask them what they liked about it!
Scratch Scavenger Hunt: Go on a scavenger hunt to find different Scratch projects online. Look for a game, an animation, and a story. Write down what you liked about each project and what you might want to try in your own Scratch project. Discuss with a friend or classmate what you discovered.
Design a Scratch Day Poster: Imagine you are hosting your own Scratch Day event. Design a colorful poster to invite your friends. Include fun activities you plan to have, like a Scratch project showcase or a coding challenge. Display your poster at school or at home to inspire others to join in the fun!
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**What is Scratch Day?**
Scratch Day is a time for people around the world to come together to meet, share, and learn about Scratch. Each Scratch Day celebration is unique, but they all share a playful spirit. Whether you’re just getting started with Scratch, trying new materials to extend your Scratch knowledge, or collaborating with a new friend, Scratch Day has something for everyone!
**How can you participate in Scratch Day?**
To attend a Scratch Day event, browse the site to discover an event near you. If you want to host a Scratch Day, you can explore the site for activity ideas and tips for planning. Then, post your event for others to find. Last year, there were over 1,200 Scratch Day events around the world. This year’s celebration is on May 11th, but you can celebrate Scratch Day any day of the year!
**How will you celebrate Scratch Day?**
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