Handling multiple sprites Chapter Notes | IT Elements Class 5: Book Solutions, Notes & Worksheets PDF Download

Introduction to Scratch Components

A. Basics

• Scratch Project Structure
  • Drag and drop blocks to create scripts.
  • Cat Sprite is default but more Sprites can be added.

B. Additional Scratch Window Components

• Cursor Tools
  • Duplicate, Delete, Grow, Shrink, Block Help.
• Sprite List
  • Below the stage, displays thumbnails and names of Sprites used.
• Green Flag Button
  • Top right corner, used to run scripts.

Adding a New Sprite

A. Methods

• Choose Sprite from Library
  • Click on the first button in the New sprite section.
  • Sprite Library opens, choose a category, select a Sprite, and click OK.
• Paint New Sprite
  • Click on "Paint new sprite" button to open the Paint Editor.
  • Draw a new Sprite, automatically displayed on the stage.
• Upload Sprite from File
  • Add any image from your computer to the Scratch project.
• New Sprite from Camera
  • Use the computer's built-in camera to capture an image as a new Sprite.

Working with Two Sprites

• Adding and Placing Sprites
  • Open a new project, choose two Sprites, and place them on the stage.
  • Adjust size and position using Cursor Tools.
• Creating Scripts
  • Select one Sprite, create a script.
  • Switch to another Sprite, create a separate script.
  • Both scripts have the "Green Flag" block for simultaneous execution.

Hiding and Showing a Sprite

• Using the Looks Block Menu
  • Blocks to hide and show a Sprite.
  • Proper block placement is crucial.

Applying Graphic Effects to a Sprite

• Change () Effect By () Block
  • Alter a Sprite's graphics using this block.
  • Select options from the drop-down menu for various effects.

Importing Sound from Library

• Sound Block Menu
  • Choose sound from library, record new sound, or upload sound from file.
  • Select sound options and add to the project.

Adding a Backdrop

• New Backdrop Section
  • Similar to adding a new Sprite, click "Choose backdrop from library."
  • Select a backdrop from the library to change the stage's appearance.

Tips and Notes

• Deleting a Sprite
  • Right-click on a Sprite to delete it.
• Matching Block Colors
  • Match block color with its block menu for easy identification.
• Stopping Scripts
  • Use the Red Stop button to halt script execution.

Conclusion

Explore and experiment with different Sprites, scripts, sounds, and backdrops to enhance your Scratch projects.