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Microsoft MakeCode Arcade

Hour Of

Code™

2021

Launch Activity

Save the Forest!

Technology and Computer Science is everywhere in the world around us. And it’s helping to solve some of the toughest problems we’re facing in the world.

For this year’s Hour of Code™, let’s look at how computers and technology can help combat forest fires.

Code a game with Microsoft MakeCode Arcade that recreates the conditions for a forest fire, and then code your fire-fighting airtanker plane to spray water and put out the flames!

Launch Activity
Educator Guide

Join the Game Jam!

After the Hour of Code™ activity, use the skills you gained to modify your existing game or create something new to submit to this year's game jam. MakeCode is proud to announce that we are partnering with the US State Department to bring you the first Global MakeCode Arcade Game Jam!

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Code Ninjas

Code Ninjas

Code Ninjas is collaborating with Microsoft MakeCode to bring opportunities to anyone who wants to get involved during CSEd Week. Code Ninjas will be opening their doors to the public as they host Hour of Code and Game Jam sessions at no-cost. No coding experience needed.

Visit codeninjas.com/CSEdWeek to find a location near you.

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Go beyond Hour of Code™!

Can’t get enough? Explore the activities below for more MakeCode fun!

Hour of Code™ 2020 Beginner's Guide to Arcade Games Rockstar Maze Explore the Jungle Minecraft Hour of Code™ Micro:bit Tutorials

Follow us on Social Media

Share your fire-fighting game with us on social media. Tag us in your creations using @msmakecode or the hashtag #makecode. And don't forget to follow us to find out about the newest MakeCode Arcade updates, games, and competitions!

The 'Hour of Code™' is a nationwide initiative by Computer Science Education Week and Code.org to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming

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