{"id":31522,"date":"2022-11-21T10:23:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-21T18:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tynker.com\/blog\/?p=31522"},"modified":"2023-06-21T12:51:56","modified_gmt":"2023-06-21T19:51:56","slug":"code-this-microbit-tynkers-latest-ebook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tynker.com\/blog\/code-this-microbit-tynkers-latest-ebook\/","title":{"rendered":"Code This micro:bit! Tynker’s Newest eBook"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You know you can make cool animations and games with Tynker, but did you know that you can take control of hardware devices with block code too?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Tynker\u2019s latest ebook, you\u2019ll explore micro:bit, a programmable microcontroller from BBC that can be used to create micro:bit projects<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The micro:bit makes learning about physical computing<\/strong> easy. This microprocessor already understands Tynker block code and comes with amazing onboard features \u2014 buttons, an accelerometer, input\/output pins, and much more. Deploy your Tynker block code wirelessly, right from a web browser. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start with the basics: Use micro:bit code<\/strong> to make a simple scorekeeper, flipbook, and other easy projects. Then move onto more advanced projects harnessing the micro:bit\u2019s sensors \u2014 and learn how to attach devices like motors and speakers! What will you invent?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check It Out<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n

What’s Inside? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll find 20 simple projects suitable for absolute beginners. Learn everything that Tynker can do with your micro:bit download! <\/strong>You\u2019ll also find a troubleshooting guide and computer science glossary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

micro:bit Basics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Explore all the parts of the micro:bit and write some simple micro coding<\/strong> programs to get the hang of coding hardware projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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micro:bit Projects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Explore some more advanced micro:bit make code<\/strong> programs that make use of conditionals, variables, and sensor data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Music and Noisemakers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Make a racket with your micro:bit! Connect a speaker or use your micro:bit V2’s onboard speaker to play notes, songs, and sound effects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Falling Frequency!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sensors, Motors, and Radio<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Take your micro:bit to its limits, with extra sensors, using the onboard radio, or even adding a servo motor! You’ll also explore the onboard light sensor and microphone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Check It Out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Design. Code. Create. <\/strong>Kids will love this hands-on ebook! Over 100 pages of easy, step-by-step instructions. Complete 20 hardware coding projects that run right in your browser, with nothing to install.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Check It Out<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n

What’s Required? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Follow along with your own micro:bit. Tynker’s coding environment is compatible with both micro:bit Versions 1 and 2 (sometimes abbreviated as V2). The hardware device is not <\/strong>provided. Find a local store to buy the micro:bit device here: https:\/\/microbit.org\/buy\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This book is unofficial and not endorsed by the Micro:bit Educational Foundation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of Tynker’s Activity Books <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This micro:bit book is only the latest release from education innovator Tynker. Explore Tynker’s complete set of educational activity books here, whether your child is an aspiring digital artist, game designer, or just your everyday Minecraft maniac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find the right book to inspire your children to code this holiday season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tynker’s Activity Books<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n

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