Introduction to Coding with Python

Week 1: Getting Started with Python

• Introduction to the Python interface and syntax
• Basic concepts: variables, data types, and print statements
• Activity: Simple “Hello, World!” and name input program.

Week 2: Arithmetic and Simple Programs

• Basic arithmetic operations and math functions
• Writing simple programs that perform calculations
• Mini Project: Build a simple calculator that adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides.

Week 3: Introduction to Loops

• Understanding for loops for repeating tasks
• Practical examples using loops
• Activity: Create a loop that prints a multiplication table for a chosen number.

Week 4: Introduction to Conditionals

• If/else statements for decision-making
• Writing simple programs that respond to conditions
• Milestone Project: Create a guessing game where the computer selects a number, and the user tries to guess it.

Week 5: Functions in Python

• Introduction to functions and parameters
• Writing and calling functions
• Activity: Build a function that takes a name and prints a greeting.

Week 6: Working with Lists

• Introduction to lists for storing multiple values
• Simple operations: adding, removing, and accessing list items
• Mini Project: Create a list of favorite items (e.g., animals or colors) and display them with a loop.

Week 7: More on Loops and Lists

• Combining loops with lists for more dynamic programs
• Advanced list operations and using nested loops
• Activity: Build a program that iterates over a list of numbers and displays only even numbers.

Week 8: Simple Projects with Functions and Lists

• Using functions and lists together to build interactive programs
• Milestone Project: Develop a shopping list program where users can add, view, and delete items from their list.

Week 9: More Conditionals and Logical Thinking

• Nested if statements and more complex conditions
• Applying logical thinking to solve problems
• Activity: Write a program that checks if a number is even or odd and prints the result.

Week 10: Introduction to Simple Game Design

• Planning a simple game in Python
• Using loops and conditions to create game logic
• Mini Project: Create a basic text-based adventure where the player makes choices to progress.

Week 11: Adding Complexity with Variables and Scorekeeping

• Storing and updating a player’s score
• Using variables to track progress in a game
• Activity: Add scoring functionality to the text-based adventure game.

Week 12: Final Project and Presentation

• Review of all concepts learned
• Final Project: Develop a complete text-based adventure game with multiple paths, scorekeeping, and a winning condition.
• Presentation Day: Students showcase their game and explain the code logic.