Share Compare variables to gym scoreboards to help students understand them and how they can be used in a game. with FacebookShare Compare variables to gym scoreboards to help students understand them and how they can be used in a game. with Twitter Just like with scoreboards, variables are a spot that can hold a value. For example, with points, the value that the variable holds goes up. In contrast, with lives, the value the variable holds goes down. More about this tip Tags Meaningful and Relevant Content Programming Concepts External Source Interview with Dylan Ryder Other Tips By Other Tips By Dylan Ryder