Game Design with Scratch for kids (aged 10 – 14)

Timetable
March 11, 2026 - 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Description

Give your child the opportunity to create games, not just play them.
In this hands-on weekly workshop, students will learn how video games actually work while designing their own interactive projects using Scratch, a beginner-friendly programming platform developed by MIT.
No prior coding experience needed, just curiosity!

What Your Child Will Learn
Each session is practical, creative, and self-contained, meaning students can join at any time without feeling behind.
Over the weeks, participants will:

• Build their own Quiz Game (with scoring systems, lives & randomised questions)
• Create a playable Piano / Instrument Game
• Design a classic Pong-style arcade game
• Develop a Reaction Time Challenge inspired by “Where Is Waldo?”
• Program a 2-Player Multiplayer Boxing Game with health points and special features

As skills grow, games can become more advanced, adding obstacles, superpowers, timers, and more.
Beyond coding basics, students will also explore:
How apps and games are designed to capture attention
What makes a game engaging
How persuasive design works (in an age-appropriate way)
Critical thinking about technology and digital habits
This helps children become thoughtful creators, not passive consumers.

What to Bring

• A laptop + charger
• A Scratch account (helpful but not required)

Lessons are available in English or French.

About Jeremy
Jeremy Faggion is a private teacher based in Winterthur, originally from France and living in Switzerland since 2023.
His journey into technology began with curiosity, wanting to understand how phones, websites and video games actually work rather than seeing them as “magic.” This led him to complete an AP Degree in Computer Science and a Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience.
Before teaching full-time, Jeremy worked in Zürich as a technical customer support specialist, helping hundreds of people solve complex problems, strengthening his ability to explain technical concepts clearly and patiently.
For over two years, he has taught Game Design with Scratch through TechSpark Academy, holiday camps, and private lessons, both online and in person.
His teaching combines technical knowledge, understanding of how children learn, and a passion for empowering young minds
Jeremy is planning to stay in the region long-term and is excited to build a meaningful, consistent weekly workshop within the community.
Why This Workshop Matters
Learning to code is not just about programming; it builds:

• Logical thinking
• Creativity
• Problem-solving skills
• Confidence
• Digital awareness

Children leave each session with something they built themselves and an understanding of how it works.
When: Starts 12th March
Time: 14:00-15:30
Where: LiLi Centre
Who: For children aged 10 - 14
Cost (per student, per class): CHF 15.- for LiLi Centre Family Members / Non-members CHF 20.-
Sign up HERE