Telling Stories with Scratch

Coding

Cross Curricular

Game

Scratch

STE(A)M

Storytelling

Students will design a short interactive game in Scratch using visual storytelling to explain a topic of their choice.

Concepts at a Glance

Students will research and synthesize information on a chosen topic.
Students will use Scratch to create a structured sequence of scenes.
Students will apply storytelling principles to make the content engaging and clear.

Curriculum Connections

ADST Core Competencies:

Communication: Share progress and ideas with peers; providefeedback during development.

Thinking: Usecritical thinking to select and present information in a meaningful sequence.

Personal & Social: Explore topics thatconnect to community, culture, or global issues.

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Materials

Paper for sketches
Storyboard template
Laptops orcomputers with internet access
Headphones(optional)
Access to Scratch (scratch.mit.edu)
Markers
Pens/Pencils

Activity Instructions

Students will design a short interactive game in Scratch using visual storytelling to explain a topic of their choice. They will create a sequence of scenes (backdrops) with minimal interaction—such as clicking to continue or pressing a key—that guides the player through a concept, process, or narrative. This can be adapted to any curricular topic: historical events, life cycles, cultural stories, social issues, or fictional tales.

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Lesson Plan

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