Game Making with MakeCode

Give your child the thrill of making their very first video game with MakeCode. Kids in grades 3 through 12 work alongside a live instructor to design a main character, add movement, and create simple challenges–then watch their game come to life. A fun, beginner-friendly way to spark creativity, build problem-solving skills, and get students excited about technology.

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Course Overview

In this engaging class, students in grades 3 through 12 discover the thrill of making their very first video game! Working alongside experienced instructors, students learn game development fundamentals in a fun, beginner-friendly environment.

Each session, students will:

  • Design and customize their own game characters
  • Add movement and controls to bring characters to life
  • Create simple game challenges and obstacles
  • Deploy and share their finished games

This hands-on course sparks creativity, builds problem-solving skills, and gets kids excited about technology—all while having fun! No prior coding experience needed. All students leave with playable games they can share with friends and family.

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