Kitronik LAB:bit Educational platform for the BBC micro:bit

The Kitronik Discovery Kit for BBC microbit is a great way to get started with both programming and electronics. The Kit contains five experiments that start very simply, building up to simulating real world systems as confidence grows.

The included booklet assumes no prior knowledge and contains detailed information about everything the new user will need to know. It covers everything from using a prototyping board to how to use the Microsoft MakeCode Editor, and everything in between. This is the ideal kit for someone who is new to the micro:bit, electronics, and coding.

The kit contains five experiments and all of the components required to complete them. Each experiment has; a complete code walk-through, a circuit diagram and a top-down breadboard view, full explanations of what is happening, and how the electronics work.

Note: No soldering is required and you can build your first circuit in minutes!

Features:

This kit offers a great introduction to both coding and electronics.

No soldering required - build your first circuit in minutes!

Make the 5 experiments in the step-by-step tutorial book and learn as you go.

All parts are included to conduct the 5 experiments.

Once you have completed all of the included experiments, you have the perfect prototyping system for further adventures with the micro:bit.

The code can be created in Microsoft's easy to use MakeCode editor.

Contents:

1 x Breadboard breakout for the BBC micro:bit.

1 x Small Prototype Breadboard.

2 x Red 10mm LED.

2 x Yellow 10mm LED.

2 x Green 10mm LED.

10 x 330Ω Resistor.

1 x Piezo Element Buzzer.

10 x Male to Male Jumper Wires.

The included experiments are;

-- LED Control Circuit.
-- Buzzer Jukebox.
-- Lights in sequence.
-- Digital LED Thermometer.
-- Traffic light with pedestrian crossing.

Develop your coding skills with the Kitronik ARCADE Max, a fully featured programmable gamepad for use with the MakeCode Arcade block editor. The classroom pack comes with 10 ARCADE Max gamepads, 10 USB noodle cables, a pack of 40 batteries, and is packaged in a reusable Gratnells tray.

Kitronik ARCADE Max Class Pack for Makecode Arcade has been specifically designed for use in the classroom, and comes with all the hardware you need to get straight to work. The class pack comes with 10 ARCADE Max gamepads, 10 USB noodle cables, a pack of 40 batteries, and is packaged in a reusable Gratnells tray. The Datasheet also serves as a quick start guide that introduces you to the features, the MakeCode Editor, and how to write and run code on the ARCADE Max.

The Kitronik ARCADE Max for Makecode Arcade is an all-in-one handheld gaming platform, that can help you learn how to program! It lets you write and play fun and educational games using the Microsoft MakeCode Arcade game editor. It's packed full of features and has been ergonomically designed for comfort and ease of use.

Each ARCADE Max features a large 2.4" full-colour LCD wide viewing angle screen, a piezo sounder for audio feedback, a vibration motor for haptic feedback, 7 fully programmable buttons (a direction pad, A & B action buttons and a menu button). It also features an onboard speaker, a haptic feedback vibration motor, and a touch acrylic protective case.

For Fun: Sometimes it's all about playing! ARCADE Max offers a fully-featured platform for an immersive handheld gaming experience. If coding isn't your thing and you just want to play, there is a wealth of games available on the MakeCode Arcade website that you are free to download and enjoy, with no learning/debugging required. Access to these games is free and more are being added by users continuously. Just browse for something you like, download it, and then sit back and enjoy the experience.

Power: The ARCADE Max can be powered by either 3xAA batteries or via the micro USB connector, with the battery holders located on the rear of the PCB. For best performance, use Alkaline batteries; otherwise, the display may appear dimmer than usual. If the screen dims when the speaker or vibration motor is active, replace the batteries with fresh Alkaline batteries.

Features:

The classroom pack comes with 10 ARCADE Max gamepads, 10 USB noodle cables, a pack of 40 batteries, and is packaged in a reusable Gratnells tray.

The Kitronik ARCADE Max is a feature-packed handheld gamepad for use with the Microsoft Arcade editor.

Write your own games to play or freely download games from the MakeCode Arcade website.

Use the wealth of educational material available to create a game from the ground up or tweak existing code and learn the open-source way.

It features a full-colour 2.4" LCD wide viewing angle screen.

It has a piezo sounder for audio feedback and a vibration motor for haptic feedback.

It also features; 7 gamer input buttons, a reset button and an on/off switch.

The ARCADE Max can be powered by either 3xAA batteries or via the micro USB connector.

Contents:

10 x Kitronik ARCADE Max for Makecode Arcade, with protective case.

10 x USB noodle cables

1 x 40 pack of batteries

Dimensions: Each ARCADE Max;

Length: 91mm.

Width: 75mm.

Height: 28mm.

Requires:

• Microsoft MakeCode Arcade Editor.

Resources:

• Datasheet.
• Hour of code Educators Guide & Teacher Resources.
• Access countless hours of tutorials, lesson plans and more at the MakeCode Arcade website.

Smart, playful, and packed with potential, meet Mai-Z, the ultimate programmable robot buggy for young coders aged 8–14! Whether it’s drawing shapes, following paths, or responding to motion, your young learners are in the driver’s seat, literally!

Designed for hands-on learning, the Kitronik Mai-Z is a versatile educational robot built for the BBC micro:bit. Whether you're diving into coding with MakeCode’s block-based editor or exploring a world beyond monitor screens with our exclusive Screen-Free Programming add-on pack, Mai-Z makes STEM learning intuitive and fun. It’s even fully compatible with MakeCode CreateAI, allowing for gesture-based control and AI-powered coding right out of the box. Aligned with UK and US curricula, Mai-Z empowers both learners and teachers to master core computing concepts through interactive, project-based activities.

Mai-Z has an impressive array of features, and each feature provides a new and exciting learning opportunity. Features include: Line following sensors, distance sensors, edge detecting sensors, 4 x programmable ZIP LEDs, a pen holder, scoop, button holes for micro:bit A/B button access, BBC micro:bit edge connector, rechargeable LiPo battery, speaker, USB-C charging port, on/off switch, and status LED.

Make full use of your micro:bit’s built-in tech. From accelerometer-based steering to compass-guided driving, Mai-Z makes robotics interactive and exciting. You can even control the Mousebot with gestures via MakeCode CreateAI. The motors driving Mai-Z's wheels are specifically designed for steady straight-line driving, which makes things such as line following and obstacle avoidance a smooth experience.

Mai-Z is a feature-rich, robot Mouse buggy designed to make coding and robotics accessible, hands-on, and engaging for students aged 8–14. Developed for use with the BBC micro:bit, Mai-Z supports both MakeCode block-based programming and screen-free coding via our innovative Screen-Free Programming Pack, perfect for flexible learning environments. Whether you’re teaching in a classroom, running a STEM club, or looking for inclusive, progressive tech tools, Mai-Z offers a low-barrier of entry into computing and robotics, with room to grow into more complex challenges, including AI integration via MakeCode CreateAI.

Power: Mai-Z features a Standard USB-C Charging Port. Mai-Z will charge regardless of the status of the power switch, and can be safely used whilst it is being charged. The charger must be capable of providing 5V, at least 1A over a USB-C Connection.

Spark creativity with the Kitronik Craft & Code for BBC micro:bit! This engaging kit, ideal for learners aged 8+, combines coding, electronics, and craft to deliver hands-on STEM learning. Compatible with all versions of the BBC micro:bit, the kit introduces students to coding through fun, project-based activities using the MakeCode block-based editor. All essential components are included, aside from standard craft materials.



Please note: micro:bits and batteries are NOT included.

Unlock the secrets of nature with code, engineering, and the Kitronik Smart Greenhouse Kit for BBC micro:bit! The Kitronik Smart Greenhouse Kit for the BBC micro:bit provides an exciting way to learn about the relationship between plants and their environment. The user will learn how to monitor environmental conditions and then how to build automated systems.

The kit comprises a two-part plastic greenhouse, Kitronik environmental control board, water pump, Kitronik ZIP Stick, and Mini Prong soils moisture sensor. Also included are 5 crocodile clips, ZIP extension cable and a small screwdriver. Just add a micro:bit, seeds, and then some water and you will have everything you need! The kit also ships with detailed instructions that will get you up and cultivating in no time. Additionally, there are 7 online MakeCode tutorials. They cover everything from gathering sensor data and having the system automatically react to it, to visual user interfaces and more.

At the heart of the micro:bit controlled Kitronik Smart Greenhouse Kit is the Kitronik environmental control board. This board provides a variety of sensor inputs and connection points for the BBC micro:bit (V1 & V2) and provides the ability to control outputs for devices such as a water pump, fan, servo or heater pad.

The environmental control board can be coded with the MakeCode editor and Kitronik has produced a set of custom blocks to make the job as simple as possible. The blocks can be added via the add Extensions function in the editor by searching “Kitronik” or from https://github.com/KitronikLtd/pxt-kitronik-smart-greenhouse.

The default crop for these types of experiments is often cress, as it is quick growing, requires little tending, and can be harvested when they are approximately 5cm tall (within a few days). There are other sprouting plants, such as sprouting white mustard, which also grow quickly and can be harvested when they are 5cm tall. You can also look into micro-herbs/micro-greens. Once you have chosen your preferred crop type you then need to choose a suitable soil.

Note:This kit is not waterproof. If you get the board wet, please turn it off and allow it to fully dry. The risk of shock is very small, but be cautious. Due to electrolysis and the damp environment, the electrodes on the Mini Prong Moisture Sensor will degrade slowly over time. Please see our general safety advice for more information.

Features:

Build automated growing systems that react to changeable environmental conditions.

This kit is compatible with both micro:bit V1 and microbit V2.

The kit comes with detailed assembly and coding instructions.

At the heart of the kit is the kitronik Environmental control board, designed to be the control hub for this kit.

Key features of the Environmental control board are;

It features a number of sensor inputs that can be coded to control the board's outputs.

There is an onboard BME 280 environmental temperature, barometric pressure and humidity sensor and a separate Real-Time Clock (RTC).

The board also features an onboard piezo buzzer, 2 1A outputs (ideal for a water pump, heater pads or fan), 3 status ZIP LEDs, a ZIP LED expansion connector and servo output. In addition to these, 3 BBC micro:bit pins are broken out to croc-clip connections as further inputs and outputs, along with pads for 3V and GND.

It can be powered via the onboard 3xAA battery holder or the 2.1mm DC Jack, and the power is controlled via the on/off switch with an adjacent LED indicator.

There are also 7 online MakeCode tutorials that introduce you to all of the features of the board.

Crops such as cress, sprouting white mustard and micro-herbs/micro-greens are ideal for use with this kit.

Code it with the MakeCode editor using our custom code blocks.

The Kit can be powered by 3 x AA Batteries or a plug-in power supply.

Contents:

2 x Moulded plastic greenhouse enclosure parts.

1 x Kitronik Environmental Control Board for micro:bit.

1 x Water Pump.

1 x Kitronik ZIP Stick.

1 x Mini Prong Moisture Sensor.

5 x Crocodile Leads.

1 x ZIP extension cable.

1 x Screwdriver.

User guide Booklet.

The :MOVE mat line following and activity maps - A1 size is an accessory for :MOVE Motor, :MOVE mini and also the Edison V2 Robot. It can be used just for fun, or as part of a project in the classroom. The mat is double-sided, with a line following track on one side and a mock-up of a town on the other.

The line following side offers an attractive alternative to having to create a track by hand. No more fighting with a roll of tape and no more cleaning up adhesive residue afterwards. Level up your line following game today!

The town mock-up side provides a great place to set up traffic projects, where other props can be used. Things such as LAMP:bit, STOP:bit, and also ACCESS:bit can be utilised to great effect.

The mat is A1 in size, which is a generous 594mm x 841mm. When not in use it can either be stored flat or folded up.

Features:

A double-sided accessory mat for :MOVE Motor for micro:bit and Edison V2 robot.

Great for use at home and in the classroom.

On one side there is a line following track and on the other a town mock-up.

No more creating line following tracks with tape and no more clean-up afterwards.

Create town projects, utilising Kitronik traffic calming type props.

When not in use it can be stored flat.

Contents:

1 x :MOVE mat line following and activity maps - A1 size.

Dimensions:

Length: 841mm.

Width: 594mm.

Requires:
A suitable buggy, preferably with line following capabilities. Such as;

Kitronik :MOVE Motor for micro:bit

Edison V2.0 Robot

 

The :MOVE Motor Klaw provides a fun and easy to install addition to the Kitronik :MOVE Motor buggy for microbit. It has been carefully designed to have the ability to fit both vertically and horizontally with one bolt. Included are two types of Klaw attachments for each of these builds.

It is controlled by a low voltage servo which is included, this servo is used to open and close the Klaw. The voltage supply and control signal are all from the :MOVE Motor via the pin headers, simply connect the servo lead onto the pin headers.

The :MOVE Motor Klaw can be coded with MakeCode or with MicroPython and we have produced online guides to walk you through both. These guides can be found in the list of resources below along with the build instructions.

Features:

Easily add a gripping Klaw to :MOVE Motor.

Servo powered opening and closing with the servo included as a part of the kit.

Fit to :MOVE motor either horizontally or vertically.

Easy to assemble.

Code it with MakeCode or with MicroPython.

Contents:

1 x Mini 180 Degree Servo with accessories.

2 x M3 x 16mm Screws.

1 x M3 Steel Washer.

2 x M2 x 12mm Screws.

1 x M4 x 25mm Screw.

6 x Laser Cut Perspex Parts.

Printed assembly instructions.

Dimensions:

Overall Length: 115mm.

Closed Width: 70mm.

Open Width: 125mm.

Height w/servo: 38mm.

The ACCESS:bit is a bolt-on/clip-on board for the BBC microbit that simulates an access barrier. It includes a switch for turning the integrated 3xAAA battery supply on and off and also a buzzer for sound. The ACCESS:bit joins the family of transportation/pedestrian crossing micro:bit accessories, that also includes; the STOP:bit and LAMP:bit.

The ACCESS:bit is supplied with a single servo, a barrier, and all of the required fixings. Once the microbit has been fitted to the ACCESS:bit its LED matrix is fully visible and therefore can be used to display warning signals, stop/go symbols or as a light sensor for autonomous actions.

The ACCESS:bit has been designed to allow for connection to the micro:bit via the supplied M3 countersunk screws or via crocodile clips. For pinout information, please refer to the Datasheet below.

Kitronik has also produced a set of custom MakeCode editor blocks that make it possible to simplify the task of coding, thus opening up this activity to younger students.

To add the custom blocks to the MakeCode menu, select the cog in the top right of the editor. Then, select Extensions from the drop down menu. This will bring up the search box, search for Kitronik. Now, select the ACCESS:bit tile and the blocks will be added to the editor.

Note: This kit requires some mechanical assembly.

Features:

The ACCESS:bit is an accessory for the BBC micro:bit that simulates an access barrier.

It features and on/off switch, integrated battery cage and buzzer for sound.

The micro:bit can bolt-on/clip-on to the board.

It follows the same aesthetic as the STOP:bit and LAMP:bit.

It can be used in conjunction with the STOP:bit and LAMP:bit for larger projects.

Kitronik have created custom code blocks for the MakeCode Editor that are available as an Extension to the editor.

Contents:

1 x ACCESS:bit with integrated battery cage.

5 x M3 Countersunk screws and M3 nuts.

1 x 180 degree servo.

A single access barrier.

Dimensions::

Height: 89mm.

Max Width (with barrier fully extended): 125mm.

Max Depth (with servo affixed): 30mm.

PCB Thickness: 1.6mm.

Develop your coding skills with the Kitronik ARCADE, a fully featured programmable gamepad for use with the MakeCode Arcade block editor.

The MakeCode Arcade editor has been designed to allow everyone, from beginners to experienced game enthusiasts, to create retro arcade games to run in the browser or on handheld consoles. It consists of drag-and-drop blocks that snap together to form programs. You can also write your code in Javascript and Python! The Kitronik ARCADE is a handheld gaming platform designed specifically for use with the MakeCode Arcade editor, either write your own games and run them on ARCADE or download existing games and enjoy a fully-featured handheld gaming experience.

Onboard Features: The Kitronik ARCADE has been specifically designed to offer the perfect platform for running these games. It's packed full of features and has been ergonomically designed for comfort and ease of use. It features a full-colour LCD wide viewing angle screen, a piezo sounder for audio feedback, a vibration motor for haptic feedback, 6 gamer input buttons, a menu button, a reset button and an on/off switch. Everything you need for the perfect gaming experience. It also features a software volume control, a USB programming port, and 2 expansion ports for expert-level users.

For Education: The emphasis for MakeCode Arcade is Learning/Education and there are a wealth of resources available on the MakeCode Arcade website to facilitate this. There are; guided tutorials that walk you through creating simple games, more complex games that you can open and learn from, games written by community members that you can learn from, game concepts tutorials, tutorials that explore graphics and Maths, lesson plans, CS courses, printable coding cards for the classroom, video tutorials, and much more!

For Fun: Sometimes it's all about playing! ARCADE offers a fully-featured platform for an immersive handheld gaming experience. If coding isn't your thing and you just want to play, there are a wealth of games available on the MakeCode Arcade website that you are free to download and enjoy, with no learning/debugging required. Access to these games is free and more are being added by users continuously. Just browse for something you like, download it, and then sit back and enjoy the experience.

Features:

The Kitronik ARCADE is a feature-packed handheld gamepad for use with the Microsoft Arcade editor.

Write your own games to play or freely download games from the MakeCode Arcade website.

Use the wealth of educational material available to create a game from the ground up or tweak existing code and learn the open-source way.

It features a full-colour LCD wide viewing angle screen.

It has a piezo sounder for audio feedback.

Make use of the vibration motor for haptic feedback.

It also features; 6 gamer input buttons, a menu button, a reset button and an on/off switch.

There is also a software volume control, a USB programming port, and 2 expansion ports for expert-level users.

The ARCADE can be powered by either 3xAA batteries or via the micro USB connector.

Contents:

1 x ARCADE for MakeCode Arcade gamepad.

Laser-cut protective case parts and fixings.

Dimensions:

Length: 155mm.

Width (Max): 60mm.

Height (Max): 28.3mm.

Develop your coding skills with the Kitronik ARCADE for BBC micro:bit and MakeCode Arcade, a fully featured programmable gamepad for use with the MakeCode Arcade block editor. The Kitronik ARCADE for BBC micro:bit and MakeCode Arcade is a handheld gaming platform designed specifically for use with the BBC micro:bit and the MakeCode Arcade editor, either write your own games and run them on Arcade or download existing games. The MakeCode Arcade editor is a great way to learn to code games. It features simple snap-together blocks that allow the user to build simple games within minutes. The editor has been designed to allow everyone, from beginners to experienced game enthusiasts, to create games to run in the browser or on handheld consoles. It consists of drag-and-drop blocks that snap together to form programs. You can also write your code in Javascript and Python!

To help you get off to a flying start, we have created a Datasheet, which also doubles as a quick start guide. It comprises; a product brief, usage information, labelled and dimensioned drawings, and an introduction to coding with the MakeCode Arcade editor. The board features 4 directional d-pad buttons, 2 interactive action buttons for coding, a menu button and a full colour 1.77” screen. At the bottom of the BBC micro:bit Arcade are 5 croc-clippable pads for connecting additional switches and devices. These consist of the 3 BBC micro:bit pins (P0, P1 and P2) also a voltage pin and a ground (the same connections as the large pads on the BBC micro:bit. This allows for custom additions to the gamer. Sound is provided via the in-built sounder on the BBC micro:bit.

The Kitronik Arcade is powered by 3xAA batteries, with the battery holders located on the rear of the PCB. The battery holders also act as an ergonomic grip that makes it comfortable to use. The board also provides power to the connected micro:bit via the edge connector slot, removing the need to power the micro:bit separately. The Arcade has a power switch, but it is also possible to turn the Arcade off by simply removing or inserting the BBC micro:bit into the edge connector. There is a green power LED that lights up when the board has power, is switched on, and has a micro:bit inserted. The emphasis for MakeCode Arcade is Learning/Education and there are a wealth of resources available on the MakeCode Arcade website to facilitate this. There are; guided tutorials that walk you through creating simple games, more complex games that you can open and learn from, games written by community members that you can learn from, game concepts tutorials, tutorials that explore graphics and Maths, lesson plans, CS courses, printable coding cards for the classroom, video tutorials, and much more!

Note:

The Kitronik ARCADE for micro:bit is NOT supplied with a BBC micro:bit

Features:

The Kitronik ARCADE for micro:bit is a feature-packed handheld gamepad for use with BBC micro:bit V2 and the Microsoft Arcade editor.

Write your own games to play or freely download games from the MakeCode Arcade website.

Use the wealth of educational material available to create a game from the ground up or tweak existing code and learn the open-source way.

It features a full-colour LCD 1.77” screen.

It also features; 6 gamer input buttons, a menu button, on/off switch.

The ARCADE breaks out the 0, 1, 2, 3V, GND pins from the micro:bit edge connector to croc-clippable pads below the screen.

The ARCADE is powered by 3xAA batteries (Not supplied).

Contents:

1 x Kitronik ARCADE for BBC micro:bit and MakeCode Arcade gamepad.

Laser-cut protective case parts and fixings (supplied already fully assembled and fitted to ARCADE).

Dimensions:

Length: 150mm.

Width: 65mm.

Height: 22mm.

Requires:

BBC micro:bit V2.

3 x AA Batteries.

Microsoft MakeCode Arcade Editor.

1 x USB Type-A to Micro-B USB Noodle Cable.