Junior Game Designers: Build Games & Bring Stories to Life
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About
A fun first step into coding, creativity, and game design.
In Junior Game Designers, campers are introduced to the exciting world of coding and game creation in a way that’s visual, playful, and easy to understand - perfect for beginners.
Using Scratch, the award-winning platform developed by MIT, students learn how to bring characters to life, design interactive games, and tell stories through block-based coding. By snapping together visual code blocks, campers quickly see how their ideas turn into real, playable creations.
This camp focuses on creative problem-solving and logical thinking, helping students understand how games are built while encouraging imagination and experimentation in a supportive, low-pressure environment.
What students will do:
Learn the basics of coding and game logic using Scratch
Animate characters and design simple games
Create interactive stories and challenges
Practice sequencing, problem-solving, and debugging
Build confidence as creators - not just players
No prior coding experience is required - just basic keyboarding skills and a creative mindset.
This camp is an excellent stepping-stone into our Junior Minecraft programs, as well as LEGO Robotics and other game design and coding camps as students grow.
Ages: 7–10
Junior Game Designers is often where kids discover that learning to code feels a lot like playing—and where a long-term love of STEM begins.
Special Instructions & Preparation
General Student Skills Requirements
To get the most out of this camp, students should be comfortable with the following basic computer skills:
• Opening and navigating an internet browser with a mouse
• Switching between multiple tabs or windows
• Cutting, copying, and pasting text
No prior coding experience is required. Instruction is guided, hands-on, and age-appropriate.
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What Parents Should Know
• This is an interactive, project-based camp. Campers will actively explore concepts, build projects, and solve problems throughout the week.
• Students may encounter challenges or make mistakes during activities—this is a normal and important part of the learning process. Our instructors support students as they experiment, iterate, and build confidence.
• All tools used in camp are web-based and provided by Silicon STEM. Campers do not need to create personal accounts unless explicitly instructed by staff.
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Devices & Technology
• Camp devices and software are provided and managed by Silicon STEM instructors.
• Personal laptops or devices are not required unless otherwise noted.
• Students are expected to use devices responsibly and follow instructor guidance.
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Lunch Information & Allergies
• If your camper is enrolled in both AM and PM camps during the same week, please pack a bag lunch so they can join us during the supervised lunch hour.
• Please avoid foods that require heating or refrigeration.
• For the safety of all campers, do not pack any peanut or peanut-containing products, as we have campers with severe peanut allergies.
• If your child has additional allergies or dietary considerations, please notify us in advance so we can help ensure a safe environment.
