Book description
This fun project book engages kids with coding and makingThis easy-to-follow guide offers a fun, hands-on introduction to coding for kids and anyone looking for a whimsical, light-hearted approach to making. The book contains 20 cool projects that use Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and kid-friendly Circuit Playground Express along with a few inexpensive, easy-to-find parts like LEDs and tin foil.
Save the World with Code: 20 Fun Projects Using Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Circuit Playground Express for Kids features projects ranging from easy to advanced. You will get a fun blend of environmentally friendly projects, like a thermometer to monitor home temperature and a moisture sensor for keeping your plants watered, with more wacky projects, like a light up sword, cookie theft detector, and a touch sensor to check if someone is a zombie!
•Teaches kids coding basics using Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Circuit Playground Express
•Each project includes a parts list, illustrations, and easy-to-follow assembly instructions
•Written by a maker and educator whose goal is to make coding fun for everyone
Table of contents
- Cover
- About the Author
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication
- Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- INTRODUCTION
- Getting Started
- Your Missions
- PART ONE Zombie Defense
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PART TWO Defend Your Home
- MISSION 7
- Name Badge to Identify Valid Family Members
- MISSION 8
- Door Sensor to Tell When Your Room Is Under Attack
- MISSION 9
- A Lock to Protect Your Sword
- MISSION 10
- Cookie Jar Protector
- MISSION 11
- Number Lock for Your Devices
- MISSION 12
- Mobile Alarm for Your Devices
- MISSION 13
- Floor Mat Alarm
- MISSION 14
- Treasure Box Alarm
- PART THREE Save the World
Product information
- Title: Save the World with Code: 20 Fun Projects for All Ages Using Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Circuit Playground Express
- Author(s):
- Release date: April 2020
- Publisher(s): McGraw-Hill Education TAB
- ISBN: 9781260457605
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