STEAM Young Makers

Get this kit to keep your kids occupied with hands-on activities while enjoying the new knowledge while having fun! This DIY kit is simple enough to be built by 4 years old children, with parent's help. And children 6 years old and above can build it by themself! Let them explore electricity at a young age! You can also let your kids understand how an electrochemical cell or wet cell works. Awesome!

Note: The fruits used in this project SHOULD NOT be eaten. Care should be taken when handling the metal electrodes, LED and alligator clips.

The experiment can be conducted with various types of fruits:

Features:

• Do It Yourself wooden kit - Solar-powered fan for kids
• Simple and yet educational
• Suitable for age 4 years old and above
• Come with everything needed to assemble as a solar-powered fan.
• Powered by fruit electrolytes
• No soldering is needed
• Learn about basics of the electrochemical cell or wet cell

What's in the box?

• 3 x Copper plates
• 3 x Zinc plates
• 3 x Red alligator clips
• 3 x Black alligator clips
• 2 x Jumper wires
• 2 x Red LED
• 1 x Flat white connector
• 1 x Digital clock

Resources:

• Simple Instruction Manual, pdf

With over four times the processing power and eight times as much RAM as the original micro:bit this new model opens up a world of new possibilities! We're especially excited about how well MicroPython will run on the new model where previously the limited RAM was a struggle.

• Upgraded processor (nRF52833)
• 64MHz Arm Cortex-M4 FPU (over 4 times faster!)
• 512KB Flash storage on board
• 128KB RAM
• MEMS Microphone with LED indicator and on-board speaker
• 5x5 LED matrix display
• Touch sensitive logo "button"
• Accelerometer/compass
• Light and temperature sensors
• Sleep/off mode for batteries powered projects (w/ LED indicator)
• Up to 200mA of current for external accessories
• Bluetooth 5.0 radio allowing micro:bits to talk to each other
• Notched edge connector (easier to connect things like crocodile clips and conductive thread)
• Dimensions: 52mm x 42mm x 11.7mm

It's the same shape and size so should be already familiar to countless teachers and learners, and also compatible with the vast majority of add-on boards and accessories.

It's programmed with beginner friendly, drag and drop interface MakeCode with the option to progress into MicroPython later on, opening up even more programming possibilities!

It's packed with inputs, outputs, sensors and radio communication features that can be combined into and endless variety of projects.

Inputs and outputs: An important part of any computer system. As a very small computer, the BBC micro:bit has plenty of inputs and outputs to learn about and use.

LEDs: An LED, or light-emitting diode is an output device that gives off light. Your BBC micro:bit has a display of 25 LEDs for you to program.

Buttons: A very common input device. Your micro:bit has two "clicky" buttons and a touch sensitive button you can program, and a reset button.

Radio: A way of sending and receiving messages and BBC micro:bits can use radio waves to communicate with each other.

Accelerometer: A motion sensor that measures movement. The accelerometer in your BBC micro:bit detects when you tilt it left to right, backwards and forwards and up and down.

Compass: An input sensor that detects magnetic fields. Your BBC micro:bit has an inbuilt compass that can detect the direction in which it is facing.

Light sensor: An input device that measures light levels. Your BBC micro:bit uses the LEDs to sense the levels of light and lets you program your micro:bit as a light sensor.

Temperature sensor: An input device that measures temperature. Your BBC micro:bit has a temperature sensor inside the processor which can give you an approximation of the air temperature.

Pins: On the bottom edge of your BBC micro:bit there are 25 gold strips, called pins. These pins allow you to really get creative. You can create circuits, connect external things like buzzers and motors and make your own fun projects.

Sound: Your BBC micro:bit can be programmed to make a wide variety of sounds - from single notes, tones and beats to your own musical compositions.

• Computer/laptop with Internet access

Resources

• Set up guide
• Using the LEDs and buttons
• Using the sensors
• Radio and Pins
• Project ideas

The micro:bit V2.2 has no less than six sensors onboard to create awesome projects:

• Motion
• Temperature
• Light
• Magnetism
• Sound
• Touch

More Resources

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, a speaker, microphone and many other input/output features that, when programmed, let it interact with you and your world.

Visit What is the micro:bit? to find out more or explore all the features in depth through short videos.

You will need a computer, tablet or phone to write and send code to the micro:bit, but once the code is on the micro:bit it works as a standalone device with just the battery pack. Visit getting started for support taking your first steps with the micro:bit.

The Micro:bit Educational Foundation produces free coding tools and teaching resources to support you as you explore the potential of the micro:bit:

• Choose your perfect programming tool in Let's Code:
  • Run whole class coding sessions easily with micro:bit classroom
  • Teach block-based coding with Microsoft MakeCode or text-based coding with the micro:bit Python Editor
• Explore our free resources for teachers including:
  • Quick projects for beginners and more advanced users
  • Curriculum-linked lessons and units of work
  • Professional development courses and events like webinars and code-alongs
  • Classroom resources such as student handouts, reward certificates and posters

As well as givings students a hands-on approach to coding, the micro:bit is an engaging classroom tool that gives students confidence to try new things and get creative with technology.

You will find loads of info, lessons, projects and other resources at https://microbit.org/get-started/first-steps/introduction/

Are you a teacher that need assistance or material to improve your classes? Have a look at the free resources for teachers



The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized codeable computer with motion detection, a built-in compass, LED display, and Bluetooth technology built in.

It measures 4cm by 5cm, is available in a range of colours, and designed to be fun and easy to use. It can be coded with something simple in seconds – like lighting up its LEDs or displaying a pattern – with no prior knowledge of computing.

It also connects to other devices, sensors, kits and objects, and is a companion to Arduino, Galileo, Kano, littleBits and Raspberry Pi, acting as a spring board to more complex learning.

Each element is completely programmable via easy-to-use software on a dedicated website that can be accessed from a PC, tablet or mobile.

• Microprocessor: 32-bit ARM® Cortex™ M0 CPU
• A 5x5 LED matrix with 25 red LEDs to light up and can display animiated patterns, scrolling text and alphanumeric characters
• Two programmable buttons. Use them as a games controller, or control music on a smart phone
• On-board motion detector or 3-AXIS digital accelerometer that can detect movement e.g. shake, tilt or free-fall
• A built-in compass, 3D magnetometer to sense which direction you're facing and your movement in degrees and detect the presence of certain metals and magnets
• Bluetooth® Smart Technology. Connect the micro:bit to other micro:bits, devices, phones, tablets, cameras and other everday objects
• 20 pin edge connector: This allows the micro:bit to be connected to other devices such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Galileo and Kano through a standard connector
• Micro-USB controller: This is controlled by a separate processor and presents the micro:bit to a computer as a memory stick
• Five Ring Input and Output (I/O) including power (PWR), ground (GRD) and 3 x I/O.
• System LED x 1 (yellow)

• System push button switch x 1

We designed this GPIO PCB to assist you with the MicroPython introduction tutorial found on Raspberry Pi Foundation projects. No soldering required. We will be directing you with links to the different sections of the Raspberry Pi Foundation’s introduction while supplying the code and a few fun projects on our page right here.

Visit our blog to get more info on what you can do with your Pico

This Starter Kit is based around the Raspberry Pi Pico W (with pre-soldered headers) development board which features the Raspberry Pi RP2040 microcontroller chip. This kit is ideal for beginners that need a base to start testing their projects. We include a USB cable for programming/testing your Pico projects and an official power supply for when you deploy your Pico to perform it's duties.




This kit will enable you to serve a webpage on your lan showing the DHT22 temperature and humidity readings, or incorporate the data into your Home Assistant Raspberry Pi. We'll show you how on our blog pages.

How to use your Pico as a webpage server displaying sensor data.

How to use your Pico to serve JSON data to Home Assistant on request.

We also stock a wide selection of sensors and boards that you can use to upgrade your Pico W project.

What's in the box?

You will find loads of info, lessons, projects and other resources at https://microbit.org/get-started/first-steps/introduction/

Are you a teacher that need assistance or material to improve your classes? Have a look at the free resources for teachers



The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized codeable computer with motion detection, a built-in compass, LED display, and Bluetooth technology built in.

It measures 4cm by 5cm, is available in a range of colours, and designed to be fun and easy to use. It can be coded with something simple in seconds – like lighting up its LEDs or displaying a pattern – with no prior knowledge of computing.

It also connects to other devices, sensors, kits and objects, and is a companion to Arduino, Galileo, Kano, littleBits and Raspberry Pi, acting as a spring board to more complex learning.

Each element is completely programmable via easy-to-use software on a dedicated website that can be accessed from a PC, tablet or mobile.

• Upgraded processor (nRF52833)
• 64MHz Arm Cortex-M4 FPU (over 4 times faster!)
• 512KB Flash storage on board
• 128KB RAM
• MEMS Microphone with LED indicator and on-board speaker
• 5x5 LED matrix display
• Touch sensitive logo "button"
• Accelerometer/compass
• Light and temperature sensors
• Sleep/off mode for batteries powered projects (w/ LED indicator)
• Up to 200mA of current for external accessories
• Bluetooth 5.0 radio allowing micro:bits to talk to each other
• Notched edge connector (easier to connect things like crocodile clips and conductive thread)
• Dimensions: 52mm x 42mm x 11.7mm

It's the same shape and size so should be already familiar to countless teachers and learners, and also compatible with the vast majority of add-on boards and accessories.

This Starter Kit is based around the Arduino Compatible Uno development board which features the AVR ATmega328 microcontroller. The kit includes a getting started book to guide you throught the process of using your Arduino for the first time. Starting the basics of electronics, to more complex projects, the kit will help you control the physical world around you.

What's in the box?

• UNO R3 MEGA328P ATMEGA16U2 Arduino Compatible board including USB cable
• 9V 1A AC to DC Power Supply for Arduino
• Mini Breadboard - White
• 120Pcs 10cm Breadboard Jumper Cable Kit
•  The GET STARTED WITH ARDUINO book.

Who is it designed for?

The Arduino Uno Starter Kit is suitable for almost all ages. It is designed for those who are new to Arduino and electronics, and is designed to introduce you to the world of code, circuits and breadboards.However, even if you’re an experienced designer, the Arduino Starter Kit is a great way to tinker about with the different functionalities of the Arduino Uno.

The Arduino Community

The Get Started with Arduino Book is there to help but there is also a huge community surrounding Arduino. So, if you are ever stuck or require some guidance with your projects, the Arduino site is full of content to keep you going. Or, if you find you are stuck for ideas to tinker about with, there’s plenty of projects on the site to give you some inspiration

The Get Started with Arduino book features the following projects to get you started:

• Reading digital data on the Arduino
  Hardware: Monumentary push-button, 1 x 10k ohm resistor
• Seven-segment Displays and multidimentional arrays
  Hardware: single-digit 7 segment display, 7 x 220 ohm resistors
• Multiplexing, operators and four seven-segments
  Hardware: 1 x 4 digit 7 segment display, 7 x 330 ohm resistors
• Temperature, humidity and libraries
  Hardware: , 4 digit 7 segment display, 7 x 330 ohm resistors
• Stacks, classes and scrolling displays
  Hardware: DHT11, SSD1306 OLED
• Pointers and linked lists
  Hardware: DHT11, SSD1306 OLED
• Building a games console
  Hardware: Joystick, SSD1306 OLED
• Sound, envelopes and interrupts
  Hardware: Speaker, Monumentary push-button, 10 k resistor, Buzzer
• Copy and send infrared signals
  Hardware: Monumentary push-button, 10k resistor, IR reciever diode IR transmitter photodiode

We do also stock enclosures for the Arduino

1. Most of the students do not have basic knowledge in electronics.



2. They do not understand the circuit diagram at the beginning of the Arduino lesson. They will spend a substantial amount of time just to connect the wires and troubleshoot the connections.

3. It's a mess after every class. The teacher has to sort and make sure nothing is missing. What a tedious job and a waste of time! 

Students can skip the hassle of constructing the basic electronic circuit which is boring and time consuming. Although it is equally important for them to learn about basic electronics, it can always come later after they have experienced how easy it is to create awesome project. Start with fun and excitement. Start coding right away and see your board lights up and plays melody with the press of a button. 



With the conventional Arduino boards, students also face another common problem - difficulty in troubleshooting their circuit. This is because when it doesn't work, we do not know whether the problem is due to wire connection or coding.



With Maker UNO, the problem is solved! Not only do the onboard LEDs work as outputs, they can also act as indicators, clearly showing what's happening on that pin. When the pin is used as input, you can clearly see whether the signal is received by just looking at changes on the LEDs. 

Additional Features

One of the brilliant features of the official Arduino Uno is the label printed on its pin headers. It saves us a lot of time when we want to connect the I/O pins to the external circuit. So, we include a set of these label stickers for pin headers in each of the Maker UNO! (Please note that you need to peel off the stickers and stick them on your Maker UNO by yourself)



Students always get their boards mixed up. With Maker UNO, you can write your name on the board. Problem solved!



Maker UNO uses the common Micro USB cable which is basically everywhere.



Don't throw your box away! There is a small opening on the box for you to plug the USB cable so that you can keep your Maker UNO safely in the original box, no additional casing required.

Specifications

Maker UNO is fully compatible with Arduino. You can share the same library and code. We put in 12x LEDs, 1x piezo buzzer and 1x programmable button on the Maker UNO. We have removed the DC jack power input socket as most of the boards used in classes are powered using USB. We have also replaced the ATmega16u2 with CH340 to bring down the cost.

Documents:

• Maker UNO User's Manual
• Maker UNO Edu Kit Getting Started Module
• Maker-UNO Schematic
• Maker-UNO Fritzing File
• CH341 driver
  • Windows
  • Mac OS
  • Linux (Normally is readily installed)

Tutorials:

• Getting Started with Maker UNO (video)
• Maker UNO Projects

Related links:

• Maker UNO's Default Program
• Arduino IDE Download
• How To Program Arduino (Maker UNO) Using Atmel Studio
  • Introduction Atmel Studio 7 is the integrated development platform (IDP) for developing and debugging all AVR® and SAM microcontroller applications. The Atmel Studio 7 IDP gives you a seamless and easy-to-use environment to write, build and debug your applications written in C/C or assembly code.
• Program Maker UNO using Chromebook

Description:

The MonkMakes Solar Experimenters Kit for micro:bit is a project kit that allows you to experiment with harvesting energy from the sun and other light sources. It consists of a solar panel to harvest the energy, a solar store that stores the harvested energy, and a low energy light bulb and a motor that can be driven with the energy that you harvest.

Specifications:

There are three projects that introduce energy harvesting without the micro:bit, followed by 3 bigger projects that use the micro:bit (not provided) as an intelligent controller. The micro:bit monitors and manages the charging and discharging of the solar store.

With this project kit you will learn all about how tiny amounts of energy can be harvested from the sun and stored for later use, using a practical and experiment-led approach.

What's in the Box ?

1 x 10v Solar Panel 
1 x Solar Store Board 
1 x 3v LED light bulb
1 x Set of alligator clip leads (10 leads)
1 x Small motor with fan
1 x Booklet (A5)

Resources:

- Instructions (PDF)

- Data Sheet (PDF)

Lessons Plans are available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1o5tRY1PeU4N-NSVctra4NxnCvmP65Huj

Build ten great projects including: A touch switch, a thermometer, a light meter and lie detector and much MORE !

Specifications: 

 - Dimensions and Weight (closed box)
 - Units Length 120 mm
 - Width 105 mm
 - Height 35 mm Weight 95 g

What's in the box ?

1 x Solderless Breadboard 400 point
10 x Male to male jumper wires
1 x Micro-servomotor and accessory bag
2 x Strip of 0.1inch 20way header pins
5 x 470Ω resistor
2 x 1kΩ resistor
1 x 4.7MΩ resistor
2 x Red LED
1 x RGB LED (10mm)
2 x Tactile push switch (2 pin)
1 x Phototransistor
1 x Piezo buzzer


Resources:

Instructions (PDF) 
Datasheet (PDF) 

•  Getting Started with Raspberry Pi Pico (pdf), C/C Development with the Pico and other RP2040-based microcontroller boards.
• Raspberry Pi Pico Datasheet (pdf), An RP2040-based microcontroller board
• Pico Python SDK (pdf), A MicroPython Environment for the RP2040 Microcontroller
• Pico C/C SDK (pdf), Libraries and Tools for C/C Development on the RP2040 Microcontroller
• RP2040 Datasheet (pdf), A microcontroller by Raspberry Pi

• Traffic Light Controller with Raspberry Pi Pico
• Reaction Game using Raspberry Pi Pico
• Burglar alarm using Raspberry Pi Pico
• Control LED using PWM on Raspberry Pi Pico
  
  
  

The Kitronik LAB:bit for the BBC micro:bit offers a super fun way for children to learn about coding in an engaging and hands-on way. It has been specifically designed for the classroom for KS2 computing and is backed by online MakeCode tutorials, simplified custom blocks, and a detailed getting started guide. Supplied in the box are; a battery holder (3 x AA),  a wheel and tyre for the motor, and the detailed easy to follow guide. 

The board is absolutely packed with an impressive array of features and devices for easy delivery of fun and informative lessons. These include; a motor, ultrasonic distance sensor, 2 x large user-assignable tactile buttons (with indicator LEDs), a microphone, speaker (with volume control), 7 programmable ZIP LEDs(in an arc), A user-assignable potentiometer control, 2 x sets of traffic light LEDs, and LEDs arranged in a dice formation (that can also be used for displaying digits).

The board also features; an edge connector for the micro:bit to slot into, a pre-fitted protective acrylic cover, clip-able pads for attaching an additional motor, 2 x clip-able pads for attaching further buttons/switches, Colour changing power indication LEDS, a cutaway for easy reset button access, and pre-fitted anti-slip rubber feet.

This all in one laboratory environment ships with a detailed getting started guide, filled with step by step information that can easily be followed by either teacher or pupil. The guide starts with an introduction to using a micro:bit and the MakeCode editor, with each explained in detail. This is then followed by instructions for fitting the wheel to the motor. Each area of the board is explained in detail, complete with code examples for each. As with the previous sections, this part of the booklet has been designed so that it can be used by teachers and pupils.

Coding is done via the MakeCode blocks editor. Kitronik has produced custom blocks for the editor to ensure that they are suitable for use with pupils aged 7-10. Each area of the board has its own blocks that all slot together in intuitive ways and they have been organised into subdirectories by type. For example, all of the blocks for the motor are in one submenu and blocks for the traffic lights are in another submenu. There is also an 'other' submenu that contains blocks for the more advanced/older students who require an extra level of challenge. Detailed information on how to add these blocks to MakeCode can be found in the Getting start guide that ships with LAB:bit.

Power is provided via the provided 3 x AA battery holder into the DC barrel jack input. The board has been rated for a maximum of 6V and a minimum of 3V, 3V - 4.5V recommended. The onboard power regulation circuit provides power to the board and to the micro:bit, removing the need to power the micro:bit separately. LAB:bit has an inbuilt polarity protection circuit for the DC input. There is a Colour changing power LED to indicate when the battery voltage is getting low.

• No soldering.
• Minimal mechanical assembly required. The wheel needs to have the tyre fitted and then to be fitted to the onboard motor.
• This kit is not supplied with a micro:bit. The micro:bit is available separately here.

• LAB:bit is an all in one educational platform designed for the delivery of KS2 computing in the classroom (7 - 10-year-olds).
• It's packed full of devices, LEDs, switches, sensors, and other programmable features.
• It features an edge connector for the micro:bit to slot into, no tools required.
• LAB:bit is supplied with a pre-fitted protective acrylic cover.
• Additionally, there are clip-able pads for attaching an additional motor, 2 x clip-able pads for attaching further buttons/switches, colour changing power indication LEDs, and a cutaway for easy reset button access.
• There are also pre-fitted anti-slip rubber feet to ensure that LAB:bit stays securely on the desk.
• Code it with blocks in the MakeCode editor.
• Kitronik custom blocks to make coding more intuitive and straightforward.
• Custom blocks are grouped by type to make it easy to go straight to the blocks you need.
• No soldering!
• Minimal mechanical assembly required.
• Supplied in the box are; a battery holder (3 x AA) and a wheel and tyre for the motor.
• Power LAB:bit via the provided 3 x AA battery holder.
• The board is rated for 3V - 6V.
• It has an inbuilt polarity protection circuit for the DC input.
• The onboard power regulation circuit provides power to the board and to the micro:bit, removing the need to power the micro:bit separately.
• LAB:bit is supplied with a fully comprehensive getting started guide. It takes you through everything you need to know and can be followed by both teacher and pupils.

•     Lighthouse
•     Movement Alarm
•     Color Mixer
•     Anemometer
•     Fan Speed Controller
•     Clap Controller Fan
•     Nightlight

Note: Not suitable for children under 4 years old!

• Do It Yourself wooden kit - Solar-powered fan for kids
• Simple and yet educational
• Suitable for age 4 years old and above
• Come with everything needed to assemble as a solar-powered fan.
• Powered by Solar panel
• No soldering is needed
• Learn about renewable energy, solar power, electric motor :)
  
  
  

• Simple Instruction Manual (pdf) available at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1K09MvVAe6tJLdO5RsUI_s4Pwgs1dpiW3/view
  
  
• Assembly instructions available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ss2Oe9W8oy0

Get this kit to keep your kids occupied with hands-on activities while enjoying the excavator or crane digging soil with the push and pull of a syringe, the use of water pressure, or the Hydraulic system. This DIY kit is simple enough to be built by 6 years old children, with parent's help. Let's them explore the fundamental of water pressure and hydraulic system.

If you prefer the step by step guide in a document, we have also produced an instruction manual in English:

Note: Not suitable for children under 6 years old!

Features

• Do It Yourself wooden Hydraulic Excavator for kids
• Simple and moveable
• Suitable for age 6 years old and above
• Come with everything needed to assemble as a moving Excavator, except the water :)
• No soldering is needed
• Moveable

What's in the box ?

Resources

• Simple Instruction Manual (pdf) available at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ygrixAAgFa7Mt2ExGl7y4LbKdGCYAH6j/view
• Assembly instructions video available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeUSJjr3VUQ&t=47s

Description:

Get this kit to keep your kids occupied with hands-on activities while enjoying the "robot" moving when it is completed. This DIY kit is simple enough to be built by 4 years old children, with parent's help. And children 6 years old and above can build it by themself! Let's them explore the fundamental mechanical structure of the wheel, and the concept of electric motor :)

Your kids can always follow the video to build the car or if you prefer the step by step guide in a document, we have also produced an instruction manual in English:

Note: Not suitable for children under 4 years old!

Features:

• Do It Yourself wooden truck car robot for kids
• Can really move :)
• Suitable for age 4 years old and above
• Come with everything needed to assemble as a moving robot
• Powered with two (2) AA-size batteries
• No soldering is needed
• Moveable  :)
• Learn the basic structure of the simple robot

What's in the box ?

• Wooden parts for the car body structure
• 5 x Plastic wheels (black and white)
• 1 x Small DC Motor
• 1 x 2xAA size battery holder
• 2 x Wires (Black and Red)
• 3 x Iron rods
• Some double-sided tape
• Some plastic gears

Resources:

• Simple Instruction Manual (pdf) available at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qRjx9IVirTZtRoa8ZZ5oPrnFlLmv-znG/view
• Assembly instructions video available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7nCI17CsWw