GET STARTED WITH THE BBC MICRO:BIT

Build up to six projects straight out of the box with this great value SG Education Project Kit for the BBC micro:bit. The perfect way to get started with programming and hardware interaction. No soldering required, all parts are included to build 6 projects.

Included in the kit are:

BBC micro:bit

Mini Breadboard

Shielded Croc Leads

USB to mini USB cable

Red-Green-Amber LED's

Battery cage

AAA batteries included

The projects that can be built are: Dice, Theremin, Miniature Steady Hand Game, Fruit Keyboard and Traffic Light.

Click here to view the comprehensive Project Guide which outlines the 6 experiments that are possible straight out of the box! Please note, this PDF uses the micro:bit V1 board and so a buzzer component is included. The kit now comes with the V2 board which has an inbuilt speaker, the projects no longer need the buzzer and you can use the inbuilt speaker instead.

Perfect for sharing the micro:bit with friends, the micro:bit club is a 10 pack containing all the pieces needed to enjoy micro:bit in STEM groups, coding clubs, school classes, scouts, guides and cubs or any other social gathering (contains 10 BBC micro:bits V2, 10x USB cables, 10 x battery holders ; 20x AAA batteries).

The micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that you can code, customise and control to bring your digital ideas, games and apps to life. Measuring 4cm by 5cm, and designed to be fun and easy to use, users can create anything from games and animations to scrolling stories at school, at home and on the go - all you need is imagination and creativity.

The micro:bit is completely programmable. That means each of its LEDs can be individually programmed as can its buttons, inputs and outputs, accelerometer, magnetometer and Bluetooth Smart Technology. The micro:bit has a website full of coding languages, lesson plans, tutorials, and fun ideas to help you get creative

With the micro:bit Go Bundle you have a complete set to get started coding right away. This bundle includes a micro:bit board, micro USB cable, battery holder and 2x AAA batteries.

The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that introduces you to how software and hardware work together. It has an LED light display, buttons, sensors and many input/output features that, when programmed, let it interact with you and your world. The new micro:bit V2.2 with sound adds a built-in microphone and speaker, as well as an extra touch input button and a power button.

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The micro:bit is a compact, user-friendly device designed to help students explore digital skills, creative computing, and coding in a fun and practical way. With the latest Next Gen classroom pack, educators can introduce hands-on technology projects both in and out of the classroom.

This updated classroom bundle includes the same hardware provided to UK schools through a collaborative initiative led by BBC Education, the Micro:bit Educational Foundation, and Nominet. It’s perfect for teachers looking to integrate micro:bit into their STEM curriculum.

Designed for simplicity, the micro:bit is approachable for beginners yet powerful enough to engage advanced learners. Measuring just 4 x 5 cm, the board is packed with over 140 electronic components. Using free online code editors, students can create interactive programs that respond to movement, sound, light, and more. An edge connector allows expansion with accessories, sensors, and custom circuits, offering limitless possibilities.

This kit also features new wearable accessories — including flexible holders and wrist straps — allowing students to bring their micro:bit outdoors or incorporate it into movement-based projects.

For educators getting started, a wide range of tutorials, projects, teaching guides, and training materials are available for free at ww.microbit.org.

Classroom Pack Contents:

30 x micro:bit v2 boards

30 x USB cables

30 x battery holders

60 x AAA batteries

32 x wearable wrist straps

32 x flexible holders

Board Features:

LED matrix display with light sensing

Two programmable buttons

Built-in microphone and speaker

Motion sensing with accelerometer

Compass and temperature sensor Touch-sensitive logo

Wireless communication via radio and Bluetooth

Edge connector for expansions

The micro:bit was developed by the Micro:bit Educational Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation committed to helping young people shape their digital future.

The BBC micro:bit V2 is a compact, easy-to-use microcontroller designed to introduce students and makers to the world of coding and electronics. This loose single board version is ideal for individual use in the classroom or at home.

With built-in features including a 5x5 LED display, motion sensors, compass, speaker, microphone, and Bluetooth, the micro:bit V2 supports a wide range of creative STEM projects. Compatible with Microsoft MakeCode and Python editors, it’s a versatile tool for learning to code.