Kitronik LAB:bit educational platform for BBC micro:bit

The Kitronik LAB:bit for the BBC microbit 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

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

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). 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 on-board 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.