Micro:Bits

What it is

The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer designed for beginners in electronics and coding that makes learning to code as easy as possible. Programming the micro:bit can be done by computer or by the micro:bit app available for Android and iOS devices. Code can be designed using drag and drop blocks, Javascript, or Python.

Also included in this kit is a set of inventor devices that can be combined with the microbit to carry out more complex functions. There are many small parts that need to be carefully monitored and collected at the end of the loan period. Visit micro:bit.org for project ideas and to start coding immediately.

The kit contains 30 micro:bits for use with intermediate and high school classes with this kit best being suited for grades 6-12 depending on teacher knowledge and comfort.

Getting Started

Start Here Activity

Getting Started with Microbit INFO SHEETS

Step Counter

Step_Counter.docx

Booking Kits

Contents:

There are three kits available to be signed out of the DML, each containing:

Mirco:Bit Kits: 30 MicroBit Boards, 60 Batteries, 30 battery Packs, 30 USB Charge Cords, 30 Info Manuals

Inventors Kit: 5 tutorial books, 5 mounting Plates, 5 Edge Connector Breakout Boards, 5 Motors with Fan blade, 5 Potentiometer, 10 LEDS each of Red, Green, Yellow, Orange, 5 RGBD LEDs, 75 Resistors, 20 Push Switches, 100 Jumper Wires, 5 LDR Sensor (light), 5 Capacitors, 5 Piezo Sounder (buzzer), 5 Transistors, 5 terminal Connectors

Reminders:

Additional Supplies Required:
- Students imaginations will help determine what other supplies are needed.
Never touch the two battery terminals together as this will create a short circuit and can result in severe burns.
Never attach the battery terminals directly to the LED’s as this will burn the LED’s out and may cause them to pop.

This Kit can be booked through the Delta Media Library for a three week period.

Instructions on how to book kits through the DML.

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