Use, Create, and Set Variables with TIPP&SEE

Act 3: Unit 3.2

variable

Variables are containers that hold only one value to at a time.

Who can explain what happens when this script is run?

• What does the “set” block do?
• Why is the “join” block necessary?

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Variables can be used in many part of a program.

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To view the code:

bit.ly/variableuses

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VARIABLES TIPP&SEE

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Join Operator Blocks

Operator blocks are used to create sentences using variables in Scratch.

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This is a “join” operator block that will join together text and variable values to create a sentence.

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If the value stored in the number variable block is 12, what sentence will the program display?

Multiple “join” blocks can be used to create longer sentences.

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I ate 12 bananas

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Complete the Explore task

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1. Click on the project link

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• Sign in to your Scratch account (if you are not already signed in)

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• Remix, Share and Add to the “Madlibs Practice” Studio