Why scratch?

Scratch is a free and open-source creative coding platform designed for young people, allowing them to create games, digital stories, and animations. Originally created for desktop use, Scratch has since been translated into over 70 languages and is now accessible on web browsers. As of 2023, it has over 103 million users in 196 countries, making it the world's largest creative coding community for young people. Scratch games encourages computational thinking and problem-solving skills, and there is a simplified version for children aged five to seven.