Elementary School course

Programming 102

  • GRADES 3-4
  • INTERMEDIATE
  • WEB IPAD
  • 16 LESSONS
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Answer Key

Module 3: Space Breaker 1

Module 4: Space Breaker 2

Module 5: Return to Earth

Module 6: Space Breaker Level

Module 7: Quiz

1. Which block do we use to set the timer to 0?

  • {"func":"blockSensingResetTimer"}
  • {"func":"blockLooksShow"}
  • {"type":"wrapper","func":"valueSensingTimer"}
  • {"func":"blockPhysicsSetRestitution","values":[{"type":"number","value":"0"}]}

2. What happens to the timer after it is reset?

  • It will remain at 0 until the program ends
  • It will start decreasing
  • It will start increasing
  • It is not possible to reset the timer

3. True or False: After the program starts, it is impossible to set the timer to 0.

  • True
  • False

4. Yolanda wants to program a maze game where she keeps track of the high score based on how fast the player reaches the end. Which block will help her keep track of the quickest times?

  • {"type":"wrapper","func":"valueSensingTimer"}
  • {"func":"blockControlWait","values":[{"type":"number","value":"1"}]}
  • {"func":"blockControlForever","containers":[null]}
  • {"func":"blockMotionPointDirection","values":[{"type":"string","value":"90"}]}

5. Zack wants to program a game where the scuba diver will lose a life if he stays underwater after 20 seconds. This resets whenever the diver comes up for air or touches an air tank while underwater. Which code block will help Zack with this feature of his game?

  • {"func":"blockSensingResetTimer"}
  • {"func":"blockPhysicsApplyImpulse","values":[{"type":"number","value":"0"}]}
  • {"func":"blockControlWait","values":[{"type":"number","value":"20"}]}
  • {"func":"blockPhysicsSetStatic","values":[{"type":"boolean","value":"true"}]}

6. True or False: It is good practice to use meaningful or helpful names to identify the object.

  • True
  • False

7. True or False: You can only add labels to some Actors.

  • True
  • False

8. What does the Stop All block do?

  • Stops all scripts
  • Stop certain scripts from the actor who uses it
  • Doesn't do anything to the actors
  • Stops every actor's scripts

9. Kevin has created a game and wants to stop the game completely when he loses. Which block should he use?

  • {"func":"blockControlStop","values":[{"type":"choice","value":"all"}]}
  • {"func":"blockPenClear"}
  • {"func":"registerTrigger","values":[{"type":"boolean","value":"true"}]}
  • {"func":"registerSpriteTrigger"}

10. True or False: You can restart any code block after calling Stop All.

  • True
  • False

U.S. Standards

  • CCSS-Math: 3.NBT.A.2, MP.1
  • CCSS-ELA: RF.3.4.A, RF.4.4.A
  • CSTA: 1B-AP-10, 1B-AP-11, 1B-AP-12, 1B-AP-15
  • CS CA: 3-5.AP.13, 3-5.AP.14, 3-5.AP.17
  • ISTE: 1.c, 1.d, 4.d, 5.c, 5.d, 7.c

U.K. Standards

Key stage 2
Pupils should be taught to:
  • design, write and debug programs that accomplish specific goals, including controlling or simulating physical systems; solve problems by decomposing them into smaller parts
  • use sequence, selection, and repetition in programs; work with variables and various forms of input and output
  • use logical reasoning to explain how some simple algorithms work and to detect and correct errors in algorithms and programs
  • understand computer networks, including the internet; how they can provide multiple services, such as the World Wide Web, and the opportunities they offer for communication and collaboration
  • use search technologies effectively, appreciate how results are selected and ranked, and be discerning in evaluating digital content
  • select, use and combine a variety of software (including internet services) on a range of digital devices to design and create a range of programs, systems and content that accomplish given goals, including collecting, analysing, evaluating and presenting data and information
  • use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly; recognise acceptable/unacceptable behaviour; identify a range of ways to report concerns about content and contact

Lesson 13: Space Breaker

Course: | iPad Web

  • Concepts
  • Space Breaker Example
  • Space Breaker 1
  • Space Breaker 2
  • Return to Earth
  • Space Breaker Level
  • Quiz

Description

Advance your class to intermediate level programming concepts using a wider set of visual blocks. In Snowball Siege, students learn about layering, Actor visibiliy, motion, and collisions. Then, in Star Runner, they use line drawing commands and program math art. They build several mini-games while understanding how to create more complex programs. After completing this lesson plan, students will be able to build a wide variety of school projects and their own comprehensive games.

Topics

  • Animation sequences
  • Motion
  • Game design basics
  • Built-in animation commands
  • Advanced keyboard and mouse control
  • Sending and receiving messages
  • Actor layering
  • Advanced events
  • Math operators
  • Functions

What Students Learn

  • Gain confidence in building a variety of programs
  • Apply programming concepts to build your own games
  • Design characters with multiple animation sequences
  • Write interactive stories with multiple scenes
  • Make an image editor using drawing primitives
  • Define more advanced keyboard and mouse interaction
  • Program special effects and explosions
  • Troubleshoot and debug programs

Technical Requirements

* Online courses require a modern desktop computer, laptop computer, Chromebook, or Netbook with Internet access and a Chrome (29+), Firefox (30+), Safari (7+), or Edge (20+) browser. No downloads required.
* Tablet courses require an iPad (iOS 10+) with Tynker or Tynker Junior app installed and Internet access