Backdrop, Background, Scrolling Backdrop
Explore the Scratch backdrop library, draw your own using the Paint Editor tools, or upload an image to use. Make backdrops that scroll or trigger scene changes in a story. You can also visit our resources on sprite creation for Scratch Paint Editor and drawing tips and tricks.
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Platform
Scratch
Audience
Students and LearnersEducators and Facilitators
Experience Level
Getting StartedIntermediateAdvanced Concepts
Type
VideoCoding CardsInteractive Tutorial
Topic
Creative Learning: PlanningArt/AnimationGamesLiteracy/Storytelling
Language
English
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The Scratch Foundation is grateful to AT&T for its support of this workshop series. We have teamed up with The Achievery from AT&T to provide free beginner and intermediate creative coding lesson plans on a variety of topics for educators, caregivers, and learners. Sign up (for free!) by using our custom code "SCRATCH" when you register to support our work at theachievery.com.
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