Virtual
Ages 10–13
About This Afterschool Studio
Join MODA for a virtual studio in which students will build a fantasy world where players explore forests, caves, floating islands, and other imaginative locations.
In this virtual studio, young designers will learn how to create interactive games using Scratch. They will design characters, obstacles, and environmental features, build a playable fantasy environment, and use block-based coding to let players move through the setting. At the end of the studio, students can share their work and receive feedback in a supportive environment.
In This Afterschool Studio, we will . . .
Introduce foundational coding concepts using Scratch
Strengthen logical thinking and problem-solving skills
Encourage creativity through visual design and storytelling in gameplay
Learn how environment design shapes exploration and challenge
Provide a space to share and provide constructive feedback
Practice collaboration, inclusivity, creative courage, imaginative problem-solving, storytelling, and critical thinking
Tech Needs:
A computer
Zoom
Scratch account (it’s free! Be sure to set this up before we meet.)
Registration Fee: Registration for this Afterschool Studio is free, but space is limited — save your young designer’s seat by clicking the link below!
Important Note: Registration for this event ends one hour before the scheduled start time. The Zoom link will be emailed to all participants 30 minutes before the studio begins. If you have trouble logging in, please reach out directly to education@museumofdesign.org.
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Ellen Gadberry is a community arts educator and practicing artist with degrees in education and media from Oglethorpe University and Georgia State University. Her work emphasizes creative expression, storytelling, and hands-on making, with a strong focus on using creativity as a tool for engagement, reflection, and connection. She has designed and facilitated arts-based curriculum and social-emotional learning programs for churches and community nonprofits, including Paint Love in Atlanta and Paradise Gardens in Summerville, Georgia. Ellen brings this thoughtful, community-centered approach to her role as an Educator at MODA.
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This event is virtual and will be held over Zoom; participants will receive a link prior to the start of the workshop. If you do not see the link in your inbox, please email education@museumofdesign.org.
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MODA reserves the right to cancel a program if the minimum enrollment requirements are not met, but don't worry: should MODA have to cancel, we will gladly issue a full refund to all registrants (if applicable). If you need to cancel your plans for any reason, we kindly request that you notify us at least 7 days prior to the event start.
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Designers with different styles of learning or special needs are welcome in MODA public programs. We will be able to most effectively help everyone learn and enjoy this experience if we know about those needs in advance of the program. Please email leslie@museumofdesign.org with questions or information.