A project-filled introduction to coding that shows kids how to build programs by making cool games. Scratch, the colorful drag-and-drop programming language, is used by millions of first-time learners worldwide. Scratch 3 features an updated interface, new programming blocks, and the ability to run on tablets and smartphones, so you can learn how to code on the go. In Scratch 3 Programming Playground , you'll learn to code by making cool games. Get ready to destroy asteroids, shoot hoops, and slice and dice fruit Each game includes easy-to-follow instructions with full-color images, review questions, and creative coding challenges to make the game your own. Want to add more levels or a cheat code? No problem, just write some code. You'll learn to make games like: - Maze Runner: escape the maze - Snaaaaaake: gobble apples and avoid your own tail - Asteroid Breaker: smash space rocks - Fruit Slicer: a Fruit Ninja clone - Brick Breaker: a remake of Breakout, the brick-breaking classic - Platformer: a game inspired by Super Mario Bros Learning how to program shouldn't be dry and dreary. With Scratch 3 Programming Playground , you'll make a game of it Covers: Scratch 3 About author(s): Al Sweigart is a software developer who teaches programming to kids and adults. He has written several Python books for beginners, including the worldwide bestseller Automate the Boring Stuff with Python , as well as Invent Your Own Computer Games with Python , and Making Games with Python & Pygame .