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Project page – Where your Scratch project lives
Instructions – A guide for users
Remix – Change someone else’s idea in your own way

Design – The way something looks and feels
User – The person who uses your program
Experience – What the user sees, hears, feels

Broadcast – A message to trigger other sprites
Hide/Show – Makes sprites disappear or appear
Glide – Moves a sprite smoothly

Sound block – Makes noise or plays music
Looks block – Changes appearance
Event block – Starts an action

Interactive – Responds to you!
Broadcast – Sends a message in Scratch
Sprite – A character or object you can code

Pattern – A sequence that repeats
Condition – A rule that tells the loop when to stop
Iteration – One full run of the loop

Bug – A mistake in your instructions
Debug – To find and fix a bug
Test – Try your code and check if it works

Loop – A command that repeats
Repeat – To do something again
Efficient – Getting the job done with less effort

Sequence – The exact order of steps
Programmer – Someone who writes instructions
Robot – A machine (or person!) that follows commands

Symbol – A picture or character that stands for a command or idea
Instruction – A direction that tells a computer (or person) what to do
Decode – To figure out the meaning behind a symbol

Digital Identity – Who you seem to be based on your online activity
Reflect – Think deeply about your behaviour
Intentional – Doing something on purpose, with care

Block – Stop someone from contacting you
Report – Tell an app or website that something’s wrong
Trusted Adult – A grown-up who will help you and keep you safe

Cyber Respect – Kindness and care when using the internet
Reputation – What people think of you based on your actions
Tone – The feeling behind your words

Private Information – Details about your life that should stay secret
Public Information – Things okay for everyone to see
Oversharing – Giving out too much information

Digital Footprint – A record of everything you do online
Permanent – Lasting and hard to remove
Online Identity – The version of you people see through the internet

Scene – A short part of a story, like in a play or video, created with actions and speech
Script – The plan or code you write to tell your sprite what to do

Loop – A piece of code that runs the same steps again and again
Repeat – A Scratch block that makes your sprite do something more than once

Costume – A different look or outfit for a sprite. It can show movement, mood, or action.
Sound Block – A command that tells the sprite to play a sound (like a pop, clap, or voice).

Sequence – A set of steps that happen in order, one after the other.
Wait – A block that tells your sprite to pause before doing the next step.

Sprite – A character or object you can control in Scratch. It follows your code.
Block – A coding piece that tells your sprite what to do, like move or speak.

Pattern – Something that repeats in a predictable way.
Loop – A coding shortcut that repeats a pattern of steps without writing them over and over.

Symbol – A picture or shape that shows a meaning (like an arrow = move)
Grid – A pattern of squares where you can move up, down, left or right

Sequence – A set of steps that must be done in the right order.
Symbol – A picture or shape that stands for something (like arrows for directions).

Algorithm – A list of instructions that helps you or a computer complete a task.

Instruction – A direction or step that tells someone what to do.

Pledge – A promise you make to yourself or others.
Author – A person who creates a story. You are the author of your digital footprint!

Permanent – Something that stays for a long time or can’t be undone easily.
Screenshot – A picture taken of what’s on a screen. Even deleted things can be saved this way.

Private – Something personal or sensitive that should only be shared with people you trust.
Footprint – A mark you leave behind. A digital footprint is the trail you leave online.

Digital Footprint – A record of everything you do on the internet. It’s like online footprints that follow you around.
Private – Something only meant for you or someone you choose to share it with. Not public.

Broadcast
A message sent between sprites or scripts to trigger an event.
Lives
A variable that shows how many chances the player has left before the game ends.
Sound Effect
Audio added to the game to make actions more exciting or realistic.
Game Over
A signal that tells the game to stop because the player has lost.
Restart
Resetting the game to its starting position and state when the green flag is clicked.

Collision Detection
Checking if two sprites (like the ball and paddle) touch.
Bounce
Changing the direction of the ball after it hits something.
Variable
A storage container for data, like score or lives.
Score
A number that increases based on how well the player is doing.
Game Over
A condition when the player loses or the game stops.

Coordinate
A number that shows a sprite’s position on the x-axis (left/right) or y-axis (up/down) on the stage.
User Input
Actions from the player (like pressing arrow keys or clicking the mouse) that control the game.
Conditional
A type of code block (like “if” or “if else”) that makes the program decide what to do based on something happening.
Sprite
A character or object in Scratch that performs actions (e.g., the paddle or ball).
Forever Loop
A control block that makes the code inside it repeat endlessly while the game is running.

Sprite- A character or object that performs actions (e.g., a ball or paddle)
Backdrop- The background of the game or animation
Event- Something that starts an action (e.g., clicking the green flag)
Motion block- Blocks that move a sprite (like “move 10 steps”)

Binary – A number system that uses only two digits: 0 and 1.
Example: Computers use binary to store and process information.
Bit – Short for binary digit; the smallest unit of data in computing. It can be a 0 or a 1.
Example: The number 101 has 3 bits.
Byte – A group of 8 bits.
Example: One letter (like “A”) is stored as 1 byte in binary.
Digital – Information that is stored or transmitted using binary (0s and 1s).
Example: Digital devices like computers and smartphones use binary code.
Code – A system of rules used to convert information into another form, like binary.
Example: Text and images are turned into binary code so a computer can understand them.

Bug – A mistake or error in a set of instructions (code) that causes a program not to work correctly.
Debugging – The process of finding and fixing bugs in a program or algorithm.
Algorithm – A set of clear, step-by-step instructions to solve a problem or complete a task.
Sequence – The correct order in which steps or instructions are written and followed.
Instruction – A single command or step in an algorithm.

Algorithm – Clear list of steps to solve a problem
Precision – Being exact and specific
Instruction – A command telling someone what to do
Debug – Find and fix errors

Sprite-A character you control in Scratch

Sequence-The order blocks are placed in

Event-Something that starts the code (like a click)

Loop-A block that repeats an action

Debug-Finding and fixing a coding mistake

Variable – A name that stores information, like a number or a word, that can change.
Value – The actual information stored in a variable (like 10, “apple”, or True).
Assign – To give a value to a variable.
Example: score = 5 assigns the value 5 to the variable called score.
Update – To change the value of a variable.
Example: score = score + 1 increases the score.
Data – Information stored in a variable (like numbers, words, or true/false).
String – A type of data that’s made of letters or words.
Example: “hello”

If – A word that starts a condition. It asks a question like: “Is this true?”
Then – What the computer should do if the condition is true.
Else – What the computer should do if the condition is not true (false).
Condition – A rule or question that must be checked (like “Is the score > 10?”).
True – When the condition is correct (it happens or is real).
False – When the condition is not correct (it doesn’t happen).
Decision – A choice the computer makes based on the condition.
Command – An instruction the computer follows when the condition is true or false.
Boolean – A special kind of value that is only true or false.
Control Structure – A part of code that controls what happens, like if–then–else.

Loop – A set of instructions that repeats again and again.
Repeat – To do something mo re than once.
Repeat Loop – A loop that repeats a certain number of times (e.g., “repeat 5 times”).
Forever Loop – A loop that never stops unless you tell it to.
While Loop – A loop that keeps going as long as something is true (e.g., “while the game is not over”).
Condition – A rule that tells the loop when to keep going or when to stop.

Cell – A single box (e.g. B3)
Row – A horizontal line of cells
Column – A vertical stack of cells
Spreadsheet – A digital grid to organise data

Text – Words or labels in a cell
Number – Numeric values used in calculations
Format – To style or organise data clearly
Heading – The title of a row or column

Bar chart – Bars show data size or amount
Pie chart – A circle divided into parts
Line graph – A line that shows data over time
Data – Facts or values collected and used

Internet – A network that connects computers all over the world.
Website – A place you can visit on the internet, like a page for games, videos, or information.
Username – The name you choose to log into a website or game.
Password – A secret code that only you know, used to keep your account safe.
Private Information – Details about you that you should not share online (like your full name, address, phone number, or school).
Stranger – Someone you don’t know in real life. Online strangers can pretend to be anyone.
Cyberbullying – Being mean to someone online by sending hurtful messages or posting bad things.
Identity Theft – When someone pretends to be you online by using your name, photo, or account.
Hacker – A person who breaks into computers or accounts without permission.
Phishing – A trick to get your personal information by pretending to be a safe website or person.
HTTP – Stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol – how websites send and receive information.
HTTPS – A secure version of HTTP that helps protect your data online. Look for the “s” and the lock icon in the address bar.
Secure – Safe and protected.
Link – A piece of text or a button you click to go to a new page or website.
Digital Footprint – The trail you leave behind when you use the internet (websites you visit, things you post, etc.).

Backdrop – The background of the stage
Say block – Makes a sprite “speak” in a cartoon bubble
Glide – Moves the sprite smoothly
Costume – Different visual versions of a sprite

Sprite – A character or object that you control
Stage – The background where your story plays out
Script – A set of blocks snapped together to create an action
Event – A trigger that starts the action (like a green flag or spacebar)

Condition – A rule that decides what should happen
If… then – A type of decision in coding
Loop – A repeat instruction
Debug – To find and fix a mistake in an algorithm

Algorithm – A step-by-step instruction set
Sequence – Doing steps in the correct order
Task – Something you’re trying to achieve

Rename – Give a file a better, clearer name
Save As – Save a new version with a different name
Search – A tool to help find files on a device

Scratch — A drag and drop programming language made by the Lifelong Kindergarten Group at MIT

Scratch Cat — Scratch’s mascot and default sprite.

Sprite — An object in Scratch which performs functions controlled by scripts

Blocks: Programming commands that you snap together to create a program in Scratch.

Algorithm: detailed step-by-step instruction set or formula for solving a problem or completing a task.

Sequence- A particular order in which things follow each other.
Coding- Computer language.

Sequencing is the specific order in which instructions are performed in an algorithm.

An important skill that programmers need is to be able to communicate with others, especially when they are working out what the program should do. They also need to be persistent when finding and fixing bugs. Bugs happen all the time in programming, so being able to identify where the bug occurs and problem solving how to fix it is incredibly important.

Safety: Actions to prevent damage or harm.
Care: Gentle and responsible use.
Shut down: Properly turning off a computer.

Hardware: The physical parts of a computer.
Software: Instructions or code that run on a computer.
CPU: The brain of the computer.

Did you know?

A Quick Look at Early Computers

The first computers weren’t very fancy. One of the earliest examples was the abacus, invented in Babylon around 500 B.C. It was made of string and beads, and its main purpose was to count and keep track of money or goods.
Later, in the 1600s, two inventors created early calculators that used gears and wheels to perform simple mathematical tasks — an important step toward the computers we use today.

Processing: The computer’s thinking.
Storage: The computer’s memory.
Communication: Sending and receiving data between computers.

Input Device: Sends information to the computer.
Output Device: Receives information from the computer.
Cursor: The pointer moved by the mouse.

Device: A tool or machine made for a particular purpose.
Input: Information put into the computer.
Output: The result given by the computer.
Storage: A place where information is saved.
Software: Instructions that tell a computer what to do.

Let’s build a tiny game where:

One sprite moves using the arrow keys
Another sprite spins or plays music when clicked
You create your own goal (like catching something or changing colour)

🧠 Summary

You used blocks to move and animate sprites
You created your own animation or game
You practised sequencing, events, and debugging

Did you know

In Scratch, a “backdrop” refers to the background image displayed on the stage, essentially the scene or setting where your sprites (characters) interact; it’s like the scenery behind the actors in a play, and you can change it to set the mood or context of your project.

Did you know

The first version of Scratch was released in 2003? That means it’s over 20 years old!

Motion – Blocks that move your sprite
Looks – Blocks that change colours or size
Sound – Blocks that play music or effects
Extension – Extra features like music, pen, or video

Sprite – A character or object that follows your code
Stage – Where your project appears and plays
Block – A puzzle piece instruction
Script – A group of blocks joined together
Backdrop – The background on the Stage

Algorithm – A set of step-by-step instructions.
Sequence – The order in which instructions are followed.

ASCII – A code that turns letters into binary
Bit – One 0 or 1 in binary
Byte – A group of 8 bits (like in our bracelet)

Bot – A robot that follows instructions
Run – To follow the instructions in a program
Debug – To fix your program if something goes wrong

Communication: Sharing information between computers.
Network: Two or more computers linked together.
Wi-Fi: Wireless connection used to communicate.

CPU: The part of the computer that processes and thinks.
RAM: Short-term memory used while the computer is working.
Storage: Where files and information are saved.

Output Device: A tool that gives information back from the computer.
Monitor: A screen that displays information.
Printer: A machine that produces paper copies of work from the computer.

Input Device: Any tool that gives information to a computer.
Scanner: A device that copies paper documents into the computer.
Touchscreen: A screen you can control by touching it directly.

CPU: The main chip that makes decisions.
Input: Giving information to the computer.
Output: Getting results from the computer.
Storage: Saving files and data.
Communication: Sharing data between computers.

Remember

The opposite (inverse) of division is multiplication.
Example: 6 × 5 = 30 so we know that 30 ÷ 5 = 6.

When we estimate, we make a good guess based on what we know.

To estimate an answer, we round numbers off to make them easier to work with. For example, 598 ÷ 3 is not easy to calculate. If we round up 598 to 600, the calculation is much easier.

We know that 6 ÷ 3 = 2. So 600 ÷ 3 = 200.

We know that the answer to 598 ÷ 3 will be close to 20

Ubuwazi? (Did you know?)

‘Itafula’ is an isiZulu word borrowed from an Afrikaans word ‘tafel’.

Khumbula!(Remember!)

Any noun that starts with ‘i’ their subject concord is zi ie. Uweta iyashesha.

namhlanje: today
kusasa: tomorrow
ngempela sonto: during the weekend
olwandle: at/to the beach
kulungile: it is fine
cabanga (think)
cela (request)
ncoma (praise)
cosha (pick up)

Uthi bewazi? (Did you know?)
Amagama abolekiwe afana nelithi ‘iposi’ (iposi) kanye nelithi ‘siyini’ (indawo yokudlela) athathwe kwezinye izilimi njengesiBhunu nesiNgisi. (Borrowed words such as ‘iposi’ (post office) and ‘siyini’ (restaurant) are borrowed from other languages such as Afrikaans and English.)

Uthi bewazi? (Did you know?)

‘Isitolo sokudlela’ means ‘restaurant’ in English. If the initial vowel changes to ‘e’, for example: ‘esitolo sokudlela’, the meaning changes completely. The meaning is now ‘in the restaurant’. (‘Isitolo sokudlela’ kusho ‘indawo yokudlela’ ngesiNgisi. Uma unkamisa wokuqala eshintsha abe ‘e’, isibonelo: ‘esitolo sokudlela’, incazelo ishintsha ngokuphelele. Incazelo manje ithi ‘esitolo sokudlela’.)

iqhawe- umuntu onesibindi

ukuba nesibindi- ukungesabi

ungumpheme- ungumvikeli

isiphethu- yilapho kuphuma khona amanzi emhlabathini

ukugobhoza- ukugeleza

inhliziyo emnene- inhliziyo enozwelo

frequency: the number of times an event occurs

tally: a mark used to keep count of the number of times something happens

Het jy geweet?

Seekoeie lyk baie groot en lomp. Hulle is gevaarliker as die groot vyf! Die groot vyf diere is die olifant, die leeu, die renoster, die buffel en die luiperd. Seekoeie kan vinnig hardloop met daardie lompe lyf en hulle tande kan ŉ mens lelik seermaak.

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ŉ Seekoeibul is die manlike dier en seekoeikoei is die vroulike dier. Die dier staan bekend as ŉ seekoei en daarom kry dit ŉ -bul vir manlike en -koei vir vroulik by.

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Did you know?

When you talk to your friends, always look them in the eye.
When you do a presentation, make eye contact with the audience to show them that you know that they are there.
Use your voice: speak up and pronounce the words clearly.

Take a deep breath before you start, inhaling and exhaling slowly.
Then take another breath and start, while smiling at your audience.

Do not fiddle, stand up tall but be relaxed.

Speak at an easy pace:
not too fast and not too slow.

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