{"product_id":"kitronik-lesson-in-a-box-craft-code-for-the-bbc-micro-bit-kt56120","title":"Kitronik Lesson in a Box – Craft \u0026 Code for the BBC micro:bit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--\n.leftab\n        { \n  float: left; \n  width: 50%; \n  } \n  .rightab\n  { \n  float: right; \n  width:50%; \n  }\n  img \n  { \n  max-width: 100%;; \n  height: auto; \n  }\n  @media screen and (max-width:\n        666px) \n  {\n  .leftab\n  {\n  float: none; \n  width: auto; \n  }\n  .rightab\n  {\n  float: none; \n  width: auto; \n  }\n  }\n--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"leftab\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/56120_description-kitronik-craft-and-code-board-single-features-left_2bc817a5-6461-4a1a-ab97-4603ef006781.jpg?v=1736506520\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rightab\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/56120_description-kitronik-craft-and-code-board-single-features-right_e8836e3d-e84f-4f7b-9b7f-2d6e5ba97b3c.jpg?v=1737457540\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 140%;text-align: center\"\u003eGet creative by combining the BBC micro:bit and electrical components with Kitronik Craft \u0026amp; Code! Designed by Teachers and tested by Pupils for learners aged 8+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kitronik Craft \u0026amp; Code for BBC micro:bit is a fun and engaging way for students to learn about coding as part of wider craft-based projects. Using any version of the BBC micro:bit, this board allows beginners 8+ to design and control various craft projects using MakeCode for micro:bit. MakeCode is an intuitive, block-based coding environment. \u003cspan\u003eThese projects are designed to be easy for a non-specialist teacher to deliver. Everything that is needed is contained within the box, except for the standard classroom craft materials each project requires and the components listed in the ‘Requires’ section below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lesson in a Box (Craft \u0026amp; Code) is a complete set of electronics and teaching resources to enable successful cross-curricular lessons with minimal teacher effort. The kit and teaching resources have been tried and tested by real pupils and developed by real teachers to save you precious time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn developing this box we wanted it to be affordable, useful and robust enough for teachers to use time and time again. The teaching resources cover many curriculum specifications and have ample opportunities for personal development by encouraging pupils to view traditional STEM\/STEAM activities as having value across their curriculum. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the teaching resources are set out in a teacher, ‘user-friendly’ way, including lesson plans, presentations, and printable worksheets. These are supplied in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint formats as well as PDFs, which can be copied, modified, and printed to suit your teaching style.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c!--\n#slider {\n overflow: hidden;\n margin: 0 auto;\n}\n#slider figure {\n position: relative;\n width: 600%;\n margin: 0;\n left: 0;\n animation: 18s slider infinite;\n}\n#slider figure img {\n float: left;\n width: 16.66%;\n}\n@keyframes slider {\n 0% {\n  left: 0;\n }\n 16.66% {\n  left: 0;\n }\n 33.32% {\n  left: -100%;\n }\n 50% {\n  left: -200%;\n }\n 66.66% {\n  left: -300%;\n }\n 83.32% {\n  left: -400%;\n }\n 100% {\n  left: -500%;\n }\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"slider\" style=\"width: 100%;max-width: 1000px\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/images\/other\/56120_carousel-kitronik-craft-and-code-microbit-lesson-in-a-box-1.jpg\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/images\/other\/56120_carousel-kitronik-craft-and-code-microbit-lesson-in-a-box-2.jpg\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/images\/other\/56120_carousel-kitronik-craft-and-code-microbit-lesson-in-a-box-3.jpg\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/images\/other\/56120_carousel-kitronik-craft-and-code-microbit-lesson-in-a-box-4.jpg\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/images\/other\/56120_carousel-kitronik-craft-and-code-microbit-lesson-in-a-box-5.jpg\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/images\/other\/56120_carousel-kitronik-craft-and-code-microbit-lesson-in-a-box-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the included USB drive, you will also find a ‘Start Here’ directory giving you a summary of your lessons, how to set up the pack, how to use the micro:bit, code examples and more! The folder also contains a \u003cspan\u003eUK\/US Curriculum guide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKitronik has designed a custom extension to support the Craft \u0026amp; Code board in the micro:bit MakeCode Block editor. This can be added via the add Extensions function in the editor by searching “Kitronik”. The custom blocks provided enable users to seamlessly integrate their creative crafts with programmable controls, fostering both innovation and technical proficiency. This hands-on learning tool not only enhances crafting skills but also lays a strong foundation for understanding coding principles, making it an invaluable resource for young learners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNote:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is also available as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/56132-kitronik-craft-code-for-bbc-micro-bit-single-pack\"\u003esingle kit version\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/56132_description-kitronik-craft-and-code-board-single-features-callout.jpg?v=1736341365\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContents:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/2407-crocodile-leads-pack-of-10\"\u003eCrocodile Leads, pack of 10\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/25113-in-line-geared-tt-hobby-motor-with-wires-croc-clips\"\u003eIn-Line Geared TT Hobby Motor with wires – Croc Clips\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/2565-180-mini-servo\"\u003eMini 180 Degree Resin Gear Servo SG90\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/3516-mes-lamp-holder-with-plastic-base-pack-of-25\"\u003eMES Lamp Holder (with Plastic Base)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x MES Bulb 4.5V pack of 25.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/56131-refill-pack-of-motor-discs-for-craft-code-pack-of-50\"\u003eFinnboard Motor Accessory disks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 x Craft \u0026amp; Code PCBs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/2056-gratnells-storage-tray-f1-shallow-tray-kitronik-green\"\u003eGratnells Storage Tray\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/2060-gratnells-clip-on-lid-for-f-range\"\u003eGratnells Clip-on Lid for F Range\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 Full experiments, including; full lesson plans, schemes of work, and coding guides. The experiments are;\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarousel Experiment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimal Classification Experiment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLighthouse Experiment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNightLight Experiment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelection, True-False Experiment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA USB drive, containing;\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA ‘Start Here’ directory giving you a summary of your lessons, how to set up the pack, how to use the micro:bit, code examples and more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK\/US Curriculum guides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLesson plans for all experiments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchemes of work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresentations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemplates, where applicable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVideo:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center\" class=\"youtube-video-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-embed=\"96o1h7SUcT8\" class=\"youtube-frame\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequires:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/collections\/microbit-and-accessories\/products\/56100-bbc-micro-bit-v2-board-only\"\u003emicro:bit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/bbc-micro-bit-branded-30cm-black-usb-cable\"\u003eMicro USB Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/pro-elec-alkaline-aa-battery?variant=31813688459327\"\u003eAA Batteries\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral craft materials are required for each experiment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResources:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft and Code board \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/pdf\/56120-56132-kitronik-craft-and-code-board-single-lesson-in-a-box-datasheet.pdf\"\u003eDatasheet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotor \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/pdf\/2547-yellow-right-angled-geared-hobby-motor-datasheet.pdf\"\u003eDatasheet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is also available as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/56132-kitronik-craft-code-for-bbc-micro-bit-single-pack\"\u003esingle kit version\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDocuments \u0026amp; Downloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"resources-text\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft and Code board \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/pdf\/56120-56132-kitronik-craft-and-code-board-single-lesson-in-a-box-datasheet.pdf\"\u003eDatasheet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotor \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/pdf\/2547-yellow-right-angled-geared-hobby-motor-datasheet.pdf\"\u003eDatasheet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is also available as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/56132-kitronik-craft-code-for-bbc-micro-bit-single-pack\"\u003esingle kit version\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable class=\"tech_info\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e BBC micro\u0026amp;colon;bit (V1 or V2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 3.5 – 4.5V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical current draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 470mA (Approx.  - depending on use)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical battery life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 2 hrs 30 minutes (depending on use)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuiescent current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 11mA (Approx. 60 hrs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e Alkaline\/ NimH\/ NiCad\/ ZnCl2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize of the battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e AA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal number of connection pads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamp pads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor pads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTouchpad pads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch pads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of mounting holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCB length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 88.6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCB width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 61.6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize of mounting holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e M3 (3.3mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery pack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 3 x AA \/ EQUI\/ UM 3x3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emicro\u0026amp;colon;bit edge connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Kitronik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42659320266834,"sku":"KT56120","price":552.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/0383\/files\/56120_additional-kitronik-craft-and-code-lesson-in-a-box-bbc-micro-bit-parts.jpg?v=1788057363","url":"https:\/\/www.pakronics.com.au\/products\/kitronik-lesson-in-a-box-craft-code-for-the-bbc-micro-bit-kt56120","provider":"Pakronics®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}