Turtle ProGame

Programming with Scratch for Children and Teenagers (Ages 8–16)

Course Overview

The Turtle ProGame course is a comprehensive, project-based educational program for learning programming with Scratch, specifically designed for children and teenagers aged 8 to 16. In this course, students can learn programming concepts from basic to advanced, step by step and practically, using only Scratch’s visual blocks, without any prior programming knowledge.

About Scratch

Scratch is a visual programming language developed by the MIT Media Lab, designed to teach programming concepts in a simple and understandable way for children. In this learning environment, students can create games, animations, interactive stories, and creative projects while simultaneously developing logical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Course Content

The Turtle ProGame course content is specifically designed for two different age groups so that each student receives instruction suited to their cognitive level and learning pace. The learning path starts with simple concepts and gradually progresses to more complex and challenging projects.

All games, animations, and projects in this course are fully custom-designed and coded, so students do not encounter pre-made or repetitive projects. This approach ensures that children have a completely unique, creative, and in-depth programming experience.

Learning Objectives

The main goal of the course goes beyond teaching basic concepts and focuses on the holistic development of students’ cognitive and technical skills. By the end of the course, children and teenagers will be able to:

• Understand basic and advanced programming concepts such as conditionals, loops, variables, and events

• Strengthen logical, algorithmic, and computational thinking

• Increase creativity through designing digital projects

• Develop step-by-step problem-solving skills

• Improve teamwork and project presentation skills

• Prepare for global Scratch competitions

The Turtle ProGame course structure is designed so that students are fully prepared to participate in international Scratch competitions upon completion. By focusing on creating standard, creative, and presentable projects, students reach a level where they can actively compete on the global stage.

Age Groups and Course Levels

Class Structure

Classes are conducted live, interactively, and with practical exercises, and students receive continuous educational support throughout the course.

Skills Developed in the Course

Programming Skills

• Familiarity with motion, looks, and sound blocks

• Working with conditionals, loops, and events

• Defining and using variables, lists, and clones

• Designing game logic, scoring, and levels

• Creating interactive games and animations

Personal and Cognitive Skills

• Enhancing focus and working memory

• Increasing confidence in problem-solving

• Developing logical, critical, and creative thinking

• Encouraging teamwork and constructive interaction

• Improving project presentation and explanation skills

Activities and Practical Projects

Throughout the course, students participate in both digital projects and complementary educational activities, including:

• Playing tabletop memory games to improve focus and pattern recognition

• Building a digital xylophone to learn about sound, events, and user interaction

• Designing games such as mazes, Mars Rescue, and Connect 4

• Creating interactive stories and educational animations

Why Choose Turtle ProGame?

✔ Systematic programming education with Scratch
✔ Suitable for children and teenagers aged 8–16
✔ Exclusive, project-based content
✔ Safe and standard learning environment (developed by MIT)
✔ Prepares students for advanced paths such as Python and Artificial Intelligence

Conclusion

The Turtle ProGame course is a complete, safe, and professional educational path for introducing children and teenagers to the world of programming. This course not only teaches technical skills but also strengthens logical thinking, creativity, and confidence, providing a solid foundation for your child’s digital future. Scratch serves as a reliable launching pad for learning advanced programming languages and entering the world of technology.