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Coding for Kids with Scratch & Python (Grade 5 ΓÇô 8)

A fun, project-based introduction to computational thinking ΓÇö games and animations in Scratch, then first steps in Python.

★★★★★ 4.90 (148 students) Taught by Dr. Sarah Ahmed 718 views
Coding for Kids with Scratch & Python (Grade 5 ΓÇô 8) ΓÇö Kids & School Programs course at ITA Academia
Duration
12 Weeks
Mode
Hybrid
Audience
School Students (5th – 12th)
Certificate
Verified

A fun, project-based introduction to computational thinking ΓÇö games and animations in Scratch, then first steps in Python.

The Coding for Kids with Scratch & Python (Grade 5 ΓÇô 8) program at ITA Academia is a 12-week, mentor-led track designed around real industry workflows. Every module combines live instruction with guided labs, and ends with a graded deliverable that goes straight into your portfolio.

What makes this course different

  • Project-based learning: you build real, demonstrable work ΓÇö not just slides and quizzes.
  • Industry mentors: taught by practitioners who are actively shipping in their domain.
  • Career systems: CV and portfolio reviews, mock interviews and placement support through our hiring-partner network.
  • Flexible pacing: morning, evening and live-online batches with recorded sessions for revision.

By the end of this course you will be able to

  • Think logically and break problems into steps
  • Create games and stories in Scratch
  • Write first Python programs
  • Understand how computers and the internet work
  • Present a project to parents at Demo Day

Certification

Graduates receive an ITA Academia verified certificate of completion and a transcript of assessed projects. Selected students are recommended to hiring partners and internship programs.

What you will learn

  • Think logically and break problems into steps
  • Create games and stories in Scratch
  • Write first Python programs
  • Understand how computers and the internet work
  • Present a project to parents at Demo Day

Who should attend

  • School students from Grade 5 to Grade 12
  • Parents looking for a productive, future-ready activity
  • Students preparing for computer science careers

Prerequisites

No prior experience required. Basic computer literacy and a laptop are recommended.

Course curriculum · 7 modules

Hands-on sessions, guided labs and a graded assignment covering computational thinking.

  • Concepts & live demo
  • Guided lab exercise
  • Assignment & review

Hands-on sessions, guided labs and a graded assignment covering scratch: animations & stories.

  • Concepts & live demo
  • Guided lab exercise
  • Assignment & review

Hands-on sessions, guided labs and a graded assignment covering scratch: game design.

  • Concepts & live demo
  • Guided lab exercise
  • Assignment & review

Hands-on sessions, guided labs and a graded assignment covering intro to python.

  • Concepts & live demo
  • Guided lab exercise
  • Assignment & review

Hands-on sessions, guided labs and a graded assignment covering python turtle graphics.

  • Concepts & live demo
  • Guided lab exercise
  • Assignment & review

Hands-on sessions, guided labs and a graded assignment covering internet safety & digital citizenship.

  • Concepts & live demo
  • Guided lab exercise
  • Assignment & review

Hands-on sessions, guided labs and a graded assignment covering demo day project.

  • Concepts & live demo
  • Guided lab exercise
  • Assignment & review
Dr. Sarah Ahmed

Dr. Sarah Ahmed

Python & Research Analytics Instructor · ex Jazz

Sarah bridges academia and industry ΓÇö she supervises MS/PhD research analysis and teaches Python for data-driven decision making.

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★★★★★

My son built his own game in Scratch and now teaches his cousins Python. The Kids program is structured, safe and genuinely fun.

Ayesha Durrani
Ayesha DurraniParent of Grade 7 Student
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