Micro:Bit

A classroom set is coming soon!

What is the BBC Micro:Bit?

The BBC Micro:Bit is a microcontroller (small computer) with LEDS, buttons, and sensors built in.

  • It can sense or detect motion, temperature, light, sound, AND it has speakers.

  • It can use radio waves to communicate with other Micro:Bits!

  • More information can be found here.

LET'S START MAKING!

Don't have one on hand? No worries!

You can still try the Micro:Bit without purchasing the device.

  1. Click here to open MakeCode.

  2. Start on the tutorials like the Flashing Heart or the Name Tag. The editor window looks similar to our lessons on Code.org. You can use the simulator on the window screen to test out your program.

This is a great source for tutorials, frequently asked questions, or examples.

Micro:Bit Reference

Want to purchase your own?

The Micro:Bit is very affordable and a great way to get started with physical computing. It can use block-based or text-based coding!

You can purchase your own here.