teacher_notes.md

Week 1 – Setup + Hello Python (Story Printer)

Objectives

• Run a Python program in Thonny
• Use print() to show text
• Understand: run vs save, comments, reading simple errors

Concept explanation (kid-friendly)

• print() is like Scratch "say", but in the computer text window.

Lesson flow (60–75 min)

1. (10 min) Setup and first run
2. (10 min) Add 3 more print lines
3. (15 min) Add a character name variable (preview only; keep it simple)
4. (20 min) Student builds their own 8–12 line story
5. (5 min) Student reads the story aloud

Common errors to demo on purpose

• Missing quote: print("Hello)
• Misspelling print: prnit("Hi")

Success criteria

• Student runs the file successfully.
• Student can change the story and run again.