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What is a Micro:bit?
What is a Micro:bit?
The BBC developed Micro:bit in 2016. It is a pocket-sized computer that teaches kids how software and hardware work together. It is helpful for kids to learn to code through web and mobile apps. The tiny computer offers various input and output features, including LED displays, sensors, buttons that allow kids to enjoy unlimited games and activities while learning.
The BBC developed Micro:bit in 2016. It is a pocket-sized computer that teaches kids how software and hardware work together. It is helpful for kids to learn to code through web and mobile apps. The tiny computer offers various input and output features, including LED displays, sensors, buttons that allow kids to enjoy unlimited games and activities while learning.
The micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that lets you get creative with digital technology. You can code, customize and control your micro:bit from anywhere! Use your micro:bit for all sorts of unique creations, from robots to musical instruments and more.
At half the size of a credit card, this board is equipped with a surprising amount of hardware, including 25 red LED lights that can flash messages. There are two programmable buttons that can be used to control games or pause and skip songs on a playlist. The micro:bit can even detect motion and tell you which direction you’re heading. It can also use Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to interact with other devices and the internet.
Kit Includes:
1x micro:bit Board
1x micro USB Cable --- 6in
1x Battery Holder --- 2xAAA
2x AAA Batteries
Features:
32-bit ARM Cortex-M0 CPU
256KB Flash
16KB RAM
5x5 Red LED Array
Two Programmable Buttons
Onboard Light, Compass, Accelerometer and Temp Sensors
BLE Smart Antenna
Three Digital/Analog Input/Output Rings
Two Power Rings --- 3V and GND
20-pin Edge Connector
MicroUSB Connector
JST-PH Battery Connector (Not JST-XH)
Reset Button with Status LED
Will include Copper Tape, LEDs & Motors
Copper Tape
Motors
General Information and What You Might Need
General Information and What You Might Need
On the front of the board you will find the 5x5 LED array, which you can use as a light sensor; a tiny screen to draw on or display words, numbers and other information; and the two programmable buttons! On the back of the board you will find the brains of the micro:bit, a 16MHz, 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0 microcontroller with 256KB Flash, 16KB RAM and a built-in temperature sensor. Additionally, the back of the micro:bit is populated by an accelerometer, compass and Bluetooth Smart antenna, as well as a microUSB and two-pin JST connector for different power options. Finally, at the bottom of the board you will find 20 gold-tabbed edge pins and five ring connectors (three for digital/analog I/O, two for power and ground) for hooking up external components. The tabs with larger holes can be easily used with alligator clips to prototype added components quickly.
Getting Started
Getting Started
Getting Started with the micro:bit - Micro:bit Help & Support
Helpful Teaching Information
Helpful Teaching Information
Where do I find more information on TEACHING with micro:bit?
Lesson Support
Lesson Support
Helpful Grade Level Information
Helpful Grade Level Information
micro:bit retro arcade is intended for students in grades 2 to 8.
micro:bit retro arcade is intended for students in grades 2 to 8.
Other Support Resources
Other Support Resources
Languages and Platforms that Micro:bit Offers
Micro:bit website has two web-based editors and mobile apps for Android and iOS that are useful for kids to program.
Microsoft MakeCode
Developers use Microsoft MakeCode to write block-based code for the Micro:bit. It is one of the best and most accessible platforms for new coders to write their Micro:bit program by dragging and dropping color-coded blocks. Block-based coding is simple yet effective enough to use all Micro:bit’s capabilities and features efficiently. Additionally, MakeCode also has a window into text-based coding that allows switching the code editor into JavaScript view.
Python
Another alternative to program Micro:bit is Python. Interestingly, Python’s syntax is easy and similar to simple English compared to other text-based languages. It is also one of the world’s most popular coding languages. This way, it becomes easy for kids, even 8 years old, to learn the language.
Mobile Applications
Kids can also write programs using a cheap mobile device and send them to their Micro:bit.
What Micro:bit Allows you to Do?
As discussed above, Micro:bit has many input and output sensors, including a speaker, accelerometer, LED lights, buttons, microphone, temperature sensor, compass, radio and Bluetooth transmitter, etc. This allows kids to enjoy games, activities, and create experiments. Click here to learn about potential Micro:bit projects including step tracker, jukebox, intruder alarm, and disco ball. Besides, the Micro:bit website offers tutorials and ideas that can provide hope and inspiration to new coders.
Micro:Bit Classroom
Extension Resources
Extension Resources
The micro:bit has even supplied an intuitive mobile app that lets you send your code to your micro:bit over Bluetooth (without using a USB cable). With this app you will be able to interact with your micro:bit on a higher level of accessibility.
A Guide to Micro:bit Classroom
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