Students will code in either Python or Scratch based on their grade level.   

Grades 4-6: Python is one of the most popular programming languages used in data sciences and machine learning today. Unfortunately, a text-based learning environment to teach Python is not the right educational environment for younger kids. The heavy amounts of typing, typos, and syntax errors present major hurdles to children and discourage them from going beyond their first “Hello World” program. At Stemtree, we introduce Python to students using a familiar, friendly, and easy-to-use environment that helps enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving skills with our fun, engaging, and grade-level activities. Students will learn Python computer programming concepts in a fun and interactive way to create their own games and solve real-life problems. As students advance, they will be taught concepts like loops, lists, class structure, and many more. It is important to note that children who attended our previous Stemtree camps or our after-school program(s) will have different activities and continue learning new STEM concepts based on their prior work with us.

Grades 1-3: This Stemtree’s Coding After School Program uses Scratch and teaches students the concepts of computer programming in a fun and interactive way while developing their basic reasoning and problem-solving skills. We teach students how to create and develop computer programs (games, stories, etc.) instead of playing them. They will combine multimedia elements to create and share their own interactive stories, animations, games, music, and art. Students will also create their own computer programs to implement computer games and combine multiple concepts taught throughout the program. It is important to note that children who attended our previous Stemtree camps or our after-school program(s) will have different activities and continue learning new STEM concepts based on their prior work with us.