Coding Class for Kids Syllabus |
LEVEL 1: BASIC CODING CONCEPTS (Scratch Programming)
Duration: 1 to 3 months
Goal: Build logical thinking and introduce coding through drag-and-drop blocks.
- Introduction to Computers & Coding
Topics:
- What is a computer?
- What is coding?
- Why do kids learn coding?
- Real-life examples of coding (games, robots, apps)
Explanation:
Children understand how computers think and why coding is like giving instructions to a robot.
- Scratch Interface Basics
Topics:
- Sprite, Stage, Blocks
- Motion, Looks, Sound
- How to run programs
Explanation:
Kids learn to move characters, add sounds, change backgrounds—fun, visual learning.
- Events & Controls
Topics:
- When flag clicked
- Key press events
- Repeat, forever loops
- If/else condition
Explanation:
This teaches the basics of logic—decision making and looping through actions.
- Simple Animations
Topics:
- Character walk cycle
- Costume switching
- Moving backgrounds
Explanation:
Kids create small cartoons and stories, improving creativity + coding understanding.
- Games in Scratch (Beginner)
Topics:
- Pong game
- Maze game
- Catch the fruit game
- Simple scoring system
Explanation:
Kids apply all Scratch concepts to build playable games.
- Mini Projects (Level 1)
- Story animation
- Quiz game
- Interactive greeting card
- Music & sound project
LEVEL 2: INTERMEDIATE CODING (Logic + Games + App Basics)
Duration: 2 to 3 months
Goal: Build stronger logic, start understanding how apps and games work.
- Variables & Data
Topics:
- Creating variables
- Score, time, speed
- Changing and showing data
Explanation:
Kids learn to make dynamic games with scoring, timers, and levels.
- Game Development in Scratch (Advanced)
Topics:
- Multiplayer games
- Camera movement
- Enemy AI basics
- Health bar, power-ups
- Gravity & jumping (Platformer)
Explanation:
Kids begin building real game mechanics like jumping, falling, and enemy chasing.
- Introducing App Development (MIT App Inventor)
Topics:
- App interface design
- Button, Label, Textbox
- Drag & drop coding
- Designing screens
Explanation:
Kids learn how mobile apps are made—with simple blocks-based coding.
- App Projects
- Calculator app
- Quiz app
- Drawing app
- Soundboard app
Explanation:
Kids publish working Android apps (can install on their phone).
- Robotics (Optional)
Topics:
- Intro to sensors
- Motors
- Basic robot control (virtual/real)
Explanation:
Kids learn how robots take input and give output—super fun & interactive.
LEVEL 3: ADVANCED CODING (Python Basics for Kids)
Duration: 2 to 3 months
Goal: Introduce text-based programming in a kid-friendly way.
- Python Basics
Topics:
- Print statements
- Variables
- Input/output
- Basic math in Python
Explanation:
Kids move from block coding → real coding with simple, readable syntax.
- Conditions & Loops
Topics:
- If / else
- While loop
- For loop
Explanation:
Kids write small logic programs and learn how computers make decisions.
- Fun Python Projects
- Guess-the-number game
- Simple calculator
- Rock Paper Scissors game
- Story generator
- Emoji programs
Explanation:
Coding becomes fun with creative mini games & funny outputs.
- Python Turtle Graphics
Topics:
- Drawing shapes
- Patterns
- Spirals
- Small artworks
Explanation:
Kids enjoy seeing instant visual outputs using code.
- Final Projects
- Small Python game
- Scratch advanced game
- Mobile app project
BONUS MODULES (Optional Add-ons)
- Typing & keyboard skills
- Internet safety for kids
- Creative thinking & problem solving
- Basic AI concepts (very simple)
- Game design principles
Outcome After Course
By the end of this coding course, kids will be able to:
Build their own games Create animations and stories Make mobile apps Write basic Python programs Think logically + creatively Improve problem-solving skills