KS3 Python Programming Bundle – 6 Lessons + Adventure Game Project (Full Unit)

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This complete Python programming unit is designed for Year 8/9 students and provides everything needed to teach beginners how to code, from basic output to creating their own interactive adventure game.

Students progress through carefully scaffolded lessons that build confidence and independence, culminating in a fully interactive mini-project.

Perfect for teachers delivering KS3 Computing or introducing Python for the first time.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• 6 fully resourced PowerPoint lessons
• Adventure game mini-project lesson
• Scaffolded worksheet
• Advanced challenge worksheet (for higher ability students)
• Planning worksheet to support project design
• Editable lesson template

TOPICS COVERED:

Lesson 1 – Using print and understanding algorithms
Lesson 2 – Variables and user input
Lesson 3 – Syntax, comments and debugging
Lesson 4 – Selection using if and else
Lesson 5 – Using elif and comparison operators
Lesson 6 – Mini project: Create an interactive adventure game

Students learn how to:

• Write basic Python programs
• Use variables and input
• Debug syntax and logic errors
• Use if, elif and else statements
• Apply comparison and logical operators
• Design and build an interactive text-based adventure game

KEY FEATURES:

• Ready-to-teach – no preparation required
• Ideal for non-specialists and specialists
• Fully scaffolded learning
• Differentiated worksheets included
• Clear progression and structured lessons
• Highly engaging final project

Perfect for:

• KS3 Computing
• Year 8 or 9 Python units
• Beginner programmers
• Cover lessons
• Non-specialist teachers

All files are fully editable.

This unit has been successfully used with Year 8 students and is designed to build both confidence and independence in programming.