12-Year-Old App Developer shares his secrets to success.
Girls are super-awesome at science, too!
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING
* Khan can help you learn to code and design your own computer programs and games.
* Code.org - Learn to make your own computer programs. Code.org has lots of great resources to get you started in the exciting world of coding.
* Code.org - Learn to make your own computer programs. Code.org has lots of great resources to get you started in the exciting world of coding.
MAKE YOUR OWN GAME!!!
Think about all the time that you've spent playing videogames. Then think about all the time that you've complained that the developers should have done things different to make the games better. Now it's your turn to develop your own videogame or interactive project. Click the image on the left to be redirected to the Scratch website. Download and install the software and begin your career as a designer. UPDATE 5/10/13! Scratch 2.0 is now available to use online, no download required!
Gamestar Mechanic
Gamestar Mechanic is not only an excellent tool to build games, it will also teach you about game design. Complete challenges to unlock new pieces (called sprites) for use in your own games. Once you've created a game, you can upload it and share in online. You can try out games created by other users and submit your comments. DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO CREATE A 4-STAR GAME?
Craft Studio
Work together with your friends to create an amazing game. This program has a huge amount of tools to make your imagination come to life!
More sites to help you get started in making YOUR OWN GAME!
* Sploder - Make your own 2D, side-scrolling game.
* Purpose Games - Create your own games and make challenges for your friends.
* Purpose Games - Create your own games and make challenges for your friends.
VIDEOGAMES CAN STRENGTHEN YOUR BRAIN!!!
* Lemonade Stand - Run your own Lemonade Stand! You'll need a pencil and paper to keep track of your budget. Remember our basics of economics (supply/demand).
* Civilization - An amazing video game that will get you to think about how nations gain power. This is a free version of the game. There are other versions available for PC, XBOX 360, and PS3. ASK AN ADULT TO HELP YOU INSTALL!!!
* Minecraft - The ultimate open-world sandbox game! Build whatever you want, learn to craft new materials.
Need help with Minecraft? Check out the Minecraft Wiki to learn what you need to know.
* Build With Chrome - A virtual Lego set. Share your creations with the world!
* Sim City - The original sim game! Originally released in 1989, Sim City is the game that eventually spawned the most successful PC videogame series in history, The Sims. There have been countless sequels and updates, each adding new levels of complexity in building and interaction between cities. The newest version will be available on March 15, 2013. However, if you search on Ebay you can find many different versions at discounted prices.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p5197.m570.l1313&_nkw=sim+city&_sacat=0&_from=R40
* Civilization - An amazing video game that will get you to think about how nations gain power. This is a free version of the game. There are other versions available for PC, XBOX 360, and PS3. ASK AN ADULT TO HELP YOU INSTALL!!!
* Minecraft - The ultimate open-world sandbox game! Build whatever you want, learn to craft new materials.
Need help with Minecraft? Check out the Minecraft Wiki to learn what you need to know.
* Build With Chrome - A virtual Lego set. Share your creations with the world!
* Sim City - The original sim game! Originally released in 1989, Sim City is the game that eventually spawned the most successful PC videogame series in history, The Sims. There have been countless sequels and updates, each adding new levels of complexity in building and interaction between cities. The newest version will be available on March 15, 2013. However, if you search on Ebay you can find many different versions at discounted prices.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p5197.m570.l1313&_nkw=sim+city&_sacat=0&_from=R40