This beginner-friendly Python course is tailored for students in Grades 6–8, blending fun with foundational concepts. Learners explore programming through real-time problem solving, creative coding, and visual output. Starting with basic syntax, students move on to loops, functions, conditions, and lists, with hands-on projects and games reinforcing every concept. The course also includes Turtle graphics for a visual, engaging experience with logic and creativity.

Key Benefits:

Designed specifically for middle school learning levels
Combines logical thinking with creative coding challenges
Introduces core programming structures through fun visuals
Encourages independence and confidence in using Python
Lays the groundwork for advanced coding in high school

What You’ll Learn:

Module I: Python Programming Basics

What is Python and how to write your first code
Variables, data types, and printing to the screen
Taking input and doing calculations

Module II: Decision Making & Loops

Conditional statements (if, elif, else)
While loops and for loops
Writing programs that react to user input

Module III: Functions & Lists

Defining and calling your own functions
Working with lists: creating, indexing, and iterating
Using functions with loops and conditions

Module IV: Turtle Graphics

Drawing with code using the Turtle module
Loops to create shapes and animations
Pattern design with color and logic

Module V: Final Projects & Review

Mini games and interactive projects
Debugging and testing your own code
Presentation of final projects