Create stories, games, and animations, share with others around the world
Use the secure download link below for Scratch.
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You can also install and run Scratch from a terminal:
flatpak install flathub edu.mit.Scratchflatpak run edu.mit.ScratchWith Scratch, you can program your own interactive stories, games, and animations — and share your creations with others in the online community.
Scratch helps young people learn to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively — essential skills for life in the 21st century.
Scratch is a project of the Lifelong Kindergarten Group at the MIT Media Lab. It is provided free of charge.
NOTE: This wrapper is not verified by, affiliated with, or supported by the MIT Media Lab.
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