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Product description: Lesson in a Box - Simple Robotics - electronic components kit for BBC micro:bit - Kitronik 5657
Kitronik Lesson in a Box - Simple Robotics is a complete educational tool for the BBC micro:bit, designed by teachers and tested by students. It allows for lessons in robotics, computer science, physics, and technology with minimal preparation. Thanks to the use of alligator clips , assembly is incredibly simple and requires no soldering . The kit includes 11 sets of electronics (10 student sets + 1 teacher set) and a USB drive with educational materials aligned with the UK and US curriculum. The kit also includes a new, improved robot design with a cardboard chassis.
Lesson in a Box - Simple Robotics - electronic components kit for BBC micro:bit - Kitronik 5657.
Attention!
BBC micro:bit boards are not included.
To fully utilize the set, you need to purchase 11 BBC micro:bit boards and AA batteries .
The kit and teaching materials have been tested by students and developed by teachers.
Main features of the set
- Simple assembly : all elements are connected using wires with crocodile clips - no soldering required
- Ready-made teaching materials : the set includes lesson plans, worksheets and guides for teachers
- High durability : components selected for repeated use in a school environment
- Education through play : robots can be personalized and programmed in various ways, which engages students
- Compatibility : Works with the popular BBC micro:bit microcomputer
- New chassis design : easier assembly, aesthetics and better functionality
Simple Robotics Programming Kit
The Lesson in a Box - Simple Robotics kit uses the BBC micro:bit, which allows you to program robots in languages adapted to your student's level—from graphical MakeCode blocks to Python . The educational materials include ready-made code examples and practical exercises that develop logical thinking skills and the basics of algorithms. This makes the kit ideal for both beginners and advanced learners.
The cardboard chassis has been redesigned to make assembly much easier.
Motors now come with a permanently attached cable for easy connection.
Improvements in the new version of the set
This new edition of the kit has been refined based on teacher feedback and school testing. The motors now have pre-wired cables , and the chassis has been redesigned for easier assembly and increased durability . Holes for alligator clips, attachment points for rubber bands, and a better support ball retention have also been added. These changes significantly improve the model's aesthetics, functionality, and mechanical durability.
Contents of the materials on the included USB drive
The kit includes a USB flash drive with a complete set of educational materials in PDF, Word, and PowerPoint formats. Inside you'll find:
- Quick Start Guide for Teachers
- Lesson plans for age groups 8+, 11+ and 14+
- Exercises in computer science, physics and technology
- Guidelines consistent with the UK and US core curriculum
- Robot chassis templates (PDF / DXF)
- Challenge projects: obstacle avoidance, robot dance
The set is designed for multiple use.
Elements included in the set.
Technical specifications of the set
- Compatibility: BBC micro:bit (V1 and V2)
- Control Board: Klip Motor Driver (5655)
- supply voltage: 3 V to 6 V
- support for 2 DC motors (with direction and speed)
- maximum current: 1.5 A per channel
- reverse polarity protection
- alligator clips – no soldering required
- Motors: In-line Geared Hobby Motor (2547)
- nominal voltage: 3 V
- rotational speed: approx. 640 rpm (no load)
- current consumption: 200 mA (no load)
- gear ratio: 120:1, axis output 3 mm D
- Wheels: 5-spoke, yellow, plastic
- diameter: 66 mm
- width: 26 mm
- fit 3mm D axles (for TT engines)
- Chassis material: cardboard
- Support ring: ping-pong ball
- Jumper cables: crocodile clips, pre-assembled harnesses
- Data carrier: USB flash drive with educational materials (Word, PDF, PowerPoint)
- External requirements: 1x micro:bit, 3x AA batteries, rubber bands, tape, cardboard (not included)
Contents of the set
- 11x Electronic Parts Kit
- 11x Cardboard Robot Chassis
- 22x Motors with wheels and wires
- 11x Ping-pong balls as support balls
- 1x USB flash drive with teaching materials
- 1x Box
