Hey everyone! Welcome to another fun Scratch video update. I’m Rick Rose, also known as Rick Ro on Scratch, and I’m here with Eric, who goes by Speak Visually on Scratch. This is our 11th episode—wow, double digits! Last time, we were in Amsterdam for the Scratch conference, and now we’re back in Boston, right outside the Media Lab.
Let’s dive into our “Love It” section! This is where Eric and I share some awesome projects from the Scratch community that we really enjoy. One cool project I found is by a user named Sensitive. It’s called “Sneak Peek.” This project gives you a sneak peek of a game they’re working on. You can play the first level and try out the controls. I think it’s fantastic because sometimes we wait until our projects are perfect before sharing them. But sharing early can help us get feedback and improve, just like Sensitive did!
Another project we loved is “Summer Meme” by Firewolf 400. It’s a simple project with music and a cute dancing cat. The best part? It’s inspired over 150 remixes! If you’re feeling down, checking out these remixes can really cheer you up. Besides the cat, there’s also a dancing raccoon and even an alien. They’re all super cute! You should try remixing it too!
Now, let’s talk about some fun things to try! There’s a new Scratch Design Studio called “Scratch Island.” In this studio, explorers have found an island shaped like Scratch Cat. You can explore the island, find out who lives there, learn their language, and see what their flag looks like. There are some amazing Scratch Islands created, so go check them out on the homepage!
Also, there are exciting events coming up, featuring different parts of the world. In Europe and Latin America, they’re organizing code weeks, which means lots of fun activities on the site. We’re planning a dance-related activity for EU Code Week. Many new people will join the site, so be sure to welcome them and give feedback on their projects. It’s going to be an exciting time for everyone!
Finally, a quick message from the Scratch team. You might have noticed that the site was down for a bit earlier this month because of server upgrades that didn’t go as planned. Thanks for being patient during that time!
If you ever have issues when the site goes down, you can visit the Bugs and Glitches Forum to report what’s happening. If the site is unavailable, we provide a link to the offline Scratch editor, so you can keep working on your projects. You can also email [email protected] for assistance.
Thanks for understanding, and we hope to see you all in the next episode. Keep scratching!
Imagine a game or animation you’re working on. Create a “Sneak Peek” project on Scratch where you share the first level or a short preview. This will help you gather feedback from your classmates and improve your project. Remember, sharing early can be a great way to learn and grow!
Find the “Summer Meme” project on Scratch and try remixing it. Add your own twist by including new characters, music, or animations. This is a fun way to practice your coding skills and express your creativity. Share your remix with the class and see how many remixes you can inspire!
Visit the Scratch Design Studio and explore “Scratch Island.” Create a project that shows what you imagine the island looks like, who lives there, and what their culture is like. Share your project with your classmates and discuss the different ideas everyone came up with.
Join in on a Code Week activity by creating a dance-themed project. Use Scratch to animate a dance routine or create a game where characters dance to music. Share your project with the class and enjoy a fun dance-off with your classmates!
Practice reporting a bug or glitch by visiting the Bugs and Glitches Forum on Scratch. Think of a common issue you might encounter and write a clear report explaining the problem. This will help you understand how to communicate effectively and contribute to improving the Scratch community.
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Hi everyone! Welcome to another Scratch video update. I’m Rick Rose, also known as Rick Ro on Scratch, and I’m here with Eric, also known as Speak Visually on Scratch. This is episode 11—double digits! Last time you saw us, we were in Amsterdam covering the Scratch conference, and now we’re back in Boston outside the Media Lab.
Let’s jump into our “Love It” section! The “Love It” section features projects that Rick and I have found in the community that we really enjoy. One project I came across was by the user Sensitive, called “Sneak Peek.” It’s a sneak peek of a game they’re working on, where you can play through the first level and test out the controls. I thought it was great because many of us, myself included, can be hesitant to share projects until they’re perfect. Sharing before it’s done can be really beneficial for getting feedback, so it was nice to see that.
Another project we loved is “Summer Meme” by Firewolf 400. It started as a simple project where music plays, and there’s an adorable cat that starts dancing. The title includes “remix,” and it has inspired over 150 remixes so far! If you’re having a bad day, going through the remixes can really make you smile. Beyond the cat, there’s also a dancing raccoon and even an alien—each one is equally adorable. You should definitely try remixing it too!
Now, onto our next section: “Things to Try.” There’s a new Scratch Design Studio called “Scratch Island.” In this studio, explorers have found an island shaped like Scratch Cat. You get to explore the island and discover who lives there, what language they speak, and what the flag looks like. There have been some amazing Scratch Islands created, so I encourage you all to check it out on the homepage.
Additionally, there will be several events happening soon, featuring different regions of the world. In Europe and Latin America, they’re organizing code weeks, which will drive a lot of activity on the site. We’re creating various activities, including a dance-related one for EU Code Week. There will be many new people joining the site, so be sure to welcome them and leave feedback on their projects. It’s going to be an exciting time for the community!
Now, for our final segment, a message from the Scratch team. You might have noticed earlier this month that the site experienced some downtime due to server upgrades that didn’t go exactly as planned. We appreciate your patience during that time.
If you encounter issues when the site goes down, you can visit the Bugs and Glitches Forum to report what’s happening. If the site is unavailable, we provide a link to the offline Scratch editor, so you can continue working on your projects. You can also send a message to [email protected] for assistance.
Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see you all next episode. Scratch on!
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Scratch – A computer program that helps you create your own stories, games, and animations using blocks of code. – Example sentence: In Scratch, you can drag and drop blocks to make a cat dance across the screen.
Coding – The process of writing instructions for a computer to follow. – Example sentence: Coding can be fun because you get to create your own games and see them come to life.
Projects – Things you create using coding, like games or animations. – Example sentence: Our class is working on projects where we make our own video games using Scratch.
Remixing – Taking someone else’s project and changing it to make it your own. – Example sentence: I enjoyed remixing my friend’s game by adding new levels and characters.
Community – A group of people who share their projects and ideas with each other online. – Example sentence: The Scratch community is a great place to share your projects and get new ideas.
Explore – To look around and find new things, like projects or ideas. – Example sentence: I like to explore the Scratch website to find cool games and animations made by other kids.
Feedback – Comments or suggestions about how to improve a project. – Example sentence: I gave my friend feedback on her game to help her make it even better.
Games – Fun activities you can play on a computer, often created by coding. – Example sentence: We learned how to make our own games in Scratch during computer class.
Island – A theme or setting for a game or project, often used in storytelling. – Example sentence: My Scratch project is set on a mysterious island where players have to find hidden treasures.
Events – Actions that happen in a program, like clicking a button or pressing a key. – Example sentence: In my game, different events happen when you press the space bar, like making the character jump.
