What age is the offer suitable for?

According to the event information, the workshop is aimed at children aged 10 and up.

What do children learn in the workshop?

Children learn the basics of programming with Scratch and practically implement their own game ideas.

Is participation free of charge?

Yes, the event is free of charge.

Do I need to register beforehand?

No, registration is not necessary.

When does the workshop take place?

The workshop runs every Friday from 3 PM to 4 PM outside of school holidays.

Where does the offer take place?

At the Ernst-Abbe Library, Lobeda district library, at Platanenstraße 4 in Jena.

Children Discover Their Own Games While Programming in Jena's Library

Name: Programming Games with Witelo
Start: 2026-09-18T17:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-18T18:00:00+02:00
Location: Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei (Stadtteilbibliothek Lobeda)

Programming Games with Scratch: Creative Learning Fun for Kids in Jena

In the Lobeda district library, real learning fun arises from curiosity: The witelo e.V. invites children aged 10 and up to program their own games with Scratch. The workshop is free of charge, no registration is necessary, and participation takes place every Friday from 3 PM to 4 PM outside of school holidays.

Think, experiment, be proud

Here, children experience a family-friendly STEM offer that introduces digital thinking playfully. Step by step, small programs, movements, and game ideas are created. Thus, concentration, creativity, and successful experiences combine to a real family experience with educational added value.

Aged-appropriate and child-friendly

The offer is aimed at children aged 10 and up according to the event information. Scratch is particularly suitable for this age group because the visual programming remains understandable and children can quickly implement their own ideas. This strengthens logical thinking, perseverance, and self-confidence.

A safe place for explorers

The venue is the Ernst-Abbe Library, Lobeda district library in Jena. The library is a public institution of the city of Jena and provides an open educational environment that is a suitable framework for children and families. According to JenaKultur, the offer takes place in the Lobeda district library, located at Platanenstraße 4 in 07747 Jena.

Why families appreciate this offer

The workshop combines media skills, patience, and joy in experimenting. Children experience that they can create something themselves. That is what makes digital education so valuable: it promotes development, joy of learning, and a good sense of one’s own abilities.

A visit is worthwhile for families looking for a free, meaningful, and child-friendly offer. Those who want to experience programming practically and without pressure will find an inspiring introduction here. It's best to come by live and discover the fun of learning for yourself.