Hands-on AI with CHARGE and micro:bit

Discover Hands-On AI Literacy & Coding with

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Rechargable

Wearable

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Prevents Waste

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Learn the Basics

FREE WEBINAR: See how easy it can be to teach coding & AI literacy in 3 simple steps.

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1. Teach

Record motion samples, like waving or raising the roof.

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2. Train

Train your AI model to recognize your movements.

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3. Try it Out

See if AI is right. Then, let others try to reveal bias.

TRAINING WEBINAR | FREE

Learn To Teach the Basics of AI with CHARGE and micro:bit

All you need is a micro:bit. But, a battery pack (like CHARGE) will add to the freedom and fun. Save your spot below.

Get Started

Insert your micro:bit into the CHARGE following the instructions below. CHARGE will work with V1 or V2 micro:bits.

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Try a CHARGE project right now

With CHARGE and micro:bit, you have everything you need to teach AI and coding with confidence. And, we're here to help with tools and training.

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Step Counter with CHARGE

Visit the Step Counter CHARGE Project and download the code to your micro:bit.

Try Project

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CreateAI Tutorial with CHARGE

Train your own machine learning model that responds to your physical actions with CHARGE and CreateAI.

View Tutorial

Why Hands-on Coding and AI Works Well in K–12 Education

By choosing hands-on tools like CHARGE and micro:bit, you’re preparing your students for the future in more ways than one:

Connect coding to real-world, purpose-driven projects

See how hardware, software, and data interact to produce real results

Foster critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication

ALL students can contribute as coders, builders, testers, or designers

Directly experience AI bias by training AI models with their own data

Not theoretical examples

Not an AI chatbot or online app

Not individual, screen-based activities

Not a one-size-fits-all approach

Not abstract, disconnected concepts

CHARGE makes coding hands-on and immediate. I’ve seen students who are normally quiet or hesitant in STEM give up their free time because they’re so engaged in bringing their projects to life.

Karie Huttner

Design Thinking and Technology Teacher

What Can You Do with CHARGE?

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Get to Know Your CHARGE

Watch an instructional set-up video or take a free Educator Course.

See Educator Courses

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Take CHARGE Outside

Count steps, navigate with the compass, or collect data on a nature walk.

See Outdoor Projects

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Code With Friends

Work together to in collaborative, hands-on learning experiences.

See Music & Games Projects

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Teach AI With Hands-On Tools

Bring cutting-edge learning to class with our step-by-step tutorials.

See AI Tutorials

Take a Closer Look at CHARGE

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Rechargeable Battery with Full Day Power

50+ hours of battery life for learning with no interruptions.

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ON/OFF Switch

Save battery life when not in use.

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Convenient USB Charging

Conveniently recharge in the classroom or while you code.

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Integrated Wrist Strap

Explore your environments with both hands.

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Snap-Fit and Secure micro:bit Holder

Bring micro:bit anywhere with safe and strong portability.

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Building Block Connections

Connect to the Climate Action Kit and LEGO Building Blocks