Scratch Programming — Syllabus
ICSE · Class 6 · Computer Studies
What Scratch Programming covers in ICSE Class 6 Computer Studies: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 6 Computer Studies syllabus.
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Topics in Scratch Programming
Components of the Scratch Editor
- The Scratch editor has several parts: Stage, Sprite, Script Area, Block Palette, and Backdrop.
- The Stage is where the animation or game runs. It has coordinates from (-240, -180) to (240, 180).
- A Sprite is a character or object that performs actions on the stage. The default sprite is a cat.
Blocks and Their Categories
- Scratch uses color-coded blocks grouped into 10 categories.
- Each block has a specific shape and function.
- Motion blocks (light blue) control movement like 'move 10 steps' or 'turn 15 degrees'.
Types of Blocks by Shape
- Hat Blocks (e.g., 'when green flag clicked') start a script. They have a rounded top.
- Stack Blocks (e.g., 'move 10 steps') are the main action blocks. They connect above and below.
- C Blocks (e.g., 'repeat 10') are container blocks shaped like 'C'. Other blocks go inside them.
Creating Scripts and Programs
- Always start with an Events block like 'when green flag clicked'.
- Use 'forever' loop to keep actions running continuously.
- Use 'if on edge, bounce' to prevent sprites from going off-screen.
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