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Meet the micro:bit!

The BBC micro:bit is an award-winning programmable device that allows students to get hands-on with coding and digital making. Use it to inspire your students to recognize the power of technology in the real world.

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micro:bit Go Pack $18.50 USD
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micro:bit Club Pack $175.00 USD
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CHARGE Rechargeable Battery Pack for micro:bit From $5.00 USD
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micro:bit Single Board $16.50 USD
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micro:bit USB Cable $2.49 USD
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micro:bit Battery Box $1.90 USD

What is the BBC micro:bit?

The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized programmable device designed to inspire young minds to explore the world of coding and digital creativity.

Developed by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) in partnership with several other organizations, the micro:bit aims to make coding accessible and fun for everyone.

  • Easy-to-use and Portable
  • Programming Made Simple
  • Built-in Sensors and Connectivity
  • Endless Project Ideas

INTRODUCING

CHARGE for micro:bit

CHARGE is the first rechargeable power pack for micro:bit, giving educators and students the freedom to take their code into the real world.

It’s the perfect accessory to enhance hands-on coding and STEM learning experiences, everywhere learning happens.

  • Ready for dynamic and active projects
  • Powered-up for all-day learning
  • Eco-friendly alternative to batteries
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COMPUTING MADE PHYSICAL

micro:bit Features

The BBC micro:bit has a wide range of features for you to explore. Find out more about each of the numbered features below.

1. Buttons 2. LED Display & Light Sensor 3. Pins - GPIO 4. Pin - 3 volt power 5. Pin- Ground 6. Touch logo 7. Microphone LED
1. Radio & Bluetooth antenna 2. Processor & temperature sensor 3. Compass 4. Accelerometer 5.. Pins 6. Micro USB socket 7. Single yellow LED 8. Reset button 9. Battery socket 10. USB interface chip 11. Speaker 12. Microphone 13. Red power LED 14. Yellow USB LED 15. Reset & power button
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ENDLESS WAYS TO EXPAND

Easily Expandable

One of the many great things about the micro:bit is it’s ability to expand into all sorts of other coding projects. The micro:bit is compatible with many other robotic accessories that provide a low floor, high ceiling, and wide walls learning experience for students and teachers alike.

Forward Education’s Climate Action Kit is a great way to expand on learning and build on the capabilities of the micro:bit with a range of robotic accessories.

Discover the Climate Action Kit

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Get Started with the BBC micro:bit

Ready to embark on your coding journey? Forward Education is ready to be your dedicated partner for getting started with micro:bit in your classroom, school, or district.

1-844-783-6393 | hello@forwardedu.com

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