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Micro:bit Introduction Handout

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Micro:bit Introduction Handout

Micro:bit device illustration

🤖 What is a Micro:bit?

The Micro:bit is a small computer that you can programme to do amazing things! It has LED lights, buttons, and sensors that can detect movement, temperature, and light. You can create games, animations, and interactive projects with it.

Key Programming Terms:

Code: Instructions written for a computer to follow

Programme: A complete set of coded instructions that tells the Micro:bit what to do

Algorithm: A step-by-step plan or sequence to solve a problem

Block Coding: Programming using visual blocks that snap together (like digital Lego!)

1. Which part of the Micro:bit displays patterns and text?

USB port

LED display

Reset button

2. What does an algorithm help us do?

Break the Micro:bit

Create a step-by-step plan

Charge the device

💻 Programming Your First Micro:bit Project

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Go to makecode.microbit.org on your computer

Step 2: Click "New Project" and give it a name

Step 3: Look for the Basic menu on the left side

Step 4: Drag the "show icon" block into the "forever" loop

Step 5: Click on the icon and choose a smiley face

Step 6: Test your code using the simulator on the left

Step 7: Connect your Micro:bit with a USB cable and download your programme

3. Write down the steps to create a scrolling text programme:
4. What message would you like your Micro:bit to display? Write your idea below:

🎨 Challenge Yourself!

Once you've created your first programme, try these modifications:

5. Which of these modifications would you like to try? (Tick all that apply)

Change the scrolling speed

Add a second icon after the smiley face

Make the text scroll when you press button A

Create your own custom pattern on the LED grid

6. Describe one way you could use a Micro:bit in real life:
7. What was the most interesting thing you learned about programming today?
8. Draw your own design for the LED display in the box below:

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