The b.Board Classroom Launch Add-On Kit expands your classroom’s b.Board experience into motion, mechanics, and automation. Designed to work with the b.Board Classroom Core Kit, it provides educators with the tools to guide 30 students working in pairs. Students explore how coding drives movement, control, and mechanical design through hands-on, collaborative projects.
Suggested Grade Levels: Grades 4 – 12
What’s Inside
- Ultrasonic Sensor (15): Detects distance and movement for responsive builds.
- Micro Servo (15): Provides controlled rotation for turning or motion mechanisms.
- TT DC Gear Motors (15): Power movement and drive mechanical parts in your projects.
- Wheels (30): Attach to the TT DC Gear Motors to help your creations move.
- Caster Wheel (15) and Caster wheel screws (60): Support smooth movement and balance.
- DC Motor with Fan (15): Spins a small fan when powered.
- LED Lights (30): Add light and visual effects.
- Alligator Clips (30): Connect components easily without soldering.
Not Included: The b.Board v1.4, the BBC micro:bit, USB cable, battery, charger, and screwdriver are not included. These components are part of the b.Board Classroom Core Kit, which is required for operation.
Learning Focus
This kit helps educators guide learners as they explore how coding brings motion and mechanics to life. Through hands-on instruction, educators lead students in designing systems that move, sense, and react while developing understanding of mechanical design, automation, and problem-solving through experimentation. Projects such as temperature-activated fans and distance-sensing machines connect engineering concepts with real-world applications.
Skill Development
This kit introduces motion control, automation, and mechanical logic through coding and electronics. Learners progress from simple motor operation and LED signalling to multi-component projects that integrate sensors, movement, and control systems, building creativity and logical thinking.
STEAM Learning Outcomes
- Science: Explore motion, energy, and force through hands-on experimentation with motors and movement.
- Technology: Use sensors, coding, and automation to create smart, responsive systems.
- Engineering: Design, build, and refine mechanical structures that move or perform tasks.
- Arts: Combine creativity and design thinking to enhance the function and appearance of your projects.
- Mathematics: Apply timing, sequencing, and measurement to control speed, motion, and distance.
Connected UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The project resources available with this kit connect learning to the global goals below. Additional SDGs may be linked depending on each project.
- SDG 4 – Quality Education: Encourages hands-on learning in coding, mechanics, and automation through creative, real-world projects.
- SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy: Inspires curiosity about energy transfer, motion, and sustainable design principles.
- SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure: Strengthens innovation, problem-solving, and early engineering skills through prototyping.
- SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities & Communities: Links automation and design thinking to concepts of efficiency, accessibility, and safety in everyday life.
What You’ll Need to Use This Kit
- b.Board Classroom Core Kit: Required for operation; it provides the essential tools and components for project completion.
- Device: Used to code, program, and run your projects. For the best experience, use a computer or laptop. If you’re using a mobile device, download the micro:bit app to connect and program your projects.
- Internet Access: Needed to access tutorials and project resources.
Holiday Launch Shipping: To receive your pre-order by December 15, please place your order by December 5. UPS delivery times apply once your order has shipped.
