This beginner-friendly micro:bit kit is specially designed to encourage kids to explore STEAM and learn coding. You can easily program EDU:BIT using open-sourced Microsoft MakeCode Editor. Just add EDU:BIT MakeCode Extension and you’re good to go. If you’re a beginner, you can start with the block programming mode; simply drag, drop and snap the coding blocks together. For more advanced users, you can easily switch into JavaScript or Python mode on MakeCode Editor for text-based programming. New to coding? Don’t worry. This kit comes with a booklet covering 10+1 hands-on coding lessons, which have been creatively structured to introduce programming basics in a fun and engaging manner. Each chapter features a classic childhood game such as Rock Paper Scissors, Snakes and Ladders, Twister, and Simon Says. Follow the step-by-step guide to build the games and then have fun playing with your friends! *Game accessories are provided in this kit. At the end of each chapter, there is a challenge which requires you to apply what you’ve learned to build a useful application for your classroom. Give it a try and if you’re stuck, we’re always here to help you. You can go to our online Resource Hub for sample codes and extra resources. What’s included in this kit? 1x EDU:BIT board 1x BBC micro:bit board 1x Step-by-step Guide Book 1x USB power and data cable 2x Game maps 2x Game accessories 7x Grove cables 1x Servo motor 1x DC motor 1x Pulley wheel 1x Fan blade 1x micro:bit Resources EDU:BIT Resource Hub (with sample codes and extra resources) EDU:BIT Out-of-the-box Demo Code micro:bit Getting Started Guide (by microbit.org) MakeCode Online Editor MakeCode Offline Editor EDU:BIT Schematic, PCB Layout and PIC16F1937 Co-Processor Source Code
