Grade 6-8 Python and PyGame Programming

Description

Learn programming while having fun in building your own game! Students will learn programming by writing Python code with PyGame Library: first learn some basic programming skills and then learn to use Python code to build multiple games in PyGame. Session1: Python basics with Turtle Session2: Get started with PyGame Session3: Use PyGame to build your Own Game

MLCCC Classroom Zoom Meeting rules

• Change your zoom user name to the real name same as you register the MLCCC classes.
• Keep your mic mute until The teacher or TA asking you to talk.

Class Requirements

• Students need a computer that can install and run Python
• Students need to have some programming experience and be able to follow the rules in the game and the classroom.

Recommended books (optional)

• Below books are for you to learn more python programming yourself

Session 1: Python basics with Turtle

1. [6/25] Get Start with Python

   • What is coding
   • Why Python
   • Install Python
   • Install Python Editor
   • Write your first python code
   • Drawing in Turtle
2. [7/2] Basic Python -1: Variables and Types
   • Number and String
   • Int and float
   • Boolean and Operator
3. [7/9] Basic Python -2: Loop and repeat
   • What is Loop
   • For Loop
   • While Loop
   • Double Loops
   • Nested for loops

Session 2: Get started with PyGame

1. [7/16] Get Start PyGame
   • Install PIP and PYGame
   • Your first PyGame Code

2. [7/23] Build Smiley Pong Game

3. [7/30] Smiley Pong Game continue

Session 3: Use PyGame to build your Own Game

1. [8/6] Build a AirForce shooting PyGame -1

2. [8/13] Build a AirForce PyGame -continue

3. [8/20] Build a AirForce PyGame -final

   • Demo your Project