Description
The Code.org Circuit Playground Individual Kit Pack is designed to support students or individuals learning the physical computing unit of the Code.org CS Discoveries curriculum. This convenient mini-kit includes essential components needed for physical computing projects, perfect for solo learning or small share-pair environments.
Individual kit includes:
- 1 x Circuit Playground Express (pre-programmed with Firmata)
- 1 x USB cable - A/MicroB - 3ft
- 1 x Small Alligator Clip Test Lead (set of 12)
- 1 x Adafruit LED Sequins - Multicolor Pack of 5
This pack uses the Circuit Playground Express, ideal for Code.org, MakeCode, CircuitPython, or Arduino programming. The board is round with alligator-clip pads, requiring no soldering or sewing, and supports USB power, AAA battery pack, or Lipoly battery (advanced users). The built-in USB allows easy programming without special adapters.
Circuit Playground Express Features:
- 10 mini NeoPixels, each with full color control
- Triple-axis accelerometer with tap and free-fall detection
- Temperature sensor (thermistor)
- Light sensor (phototransistor) with color and pulse sensing
- Sound sensor (MEMS microphone)
- Mini speaker with class D amplifier
- Push buttons A and B, and a slide switch
- Infrared receiver and transmitter for remote control, messaging, and proximity
- 8 alligator-clip friendly I/O pins supporting I2C, UART, analog inputs, PWM outputs, capacitive touch, and true analog output
- Green power and red #13 LEDs for status
- Reset button
- ATSAMD21 ARM Cortex M0 Processor at 3.3V, 48MHz
- 2MB SPI Flash storage for CircuitPython
- MicroUSB port for programming, debugging, serial, HID, and MIDI
This kit is perfect for students, educators, and anyone exploring programming and electronics with the Code.org CS Discoveries curriculum or Arduino.