Resources

We're going to show you how to easily update your micro:bit V1 HEX files to micro:bit V2 Universal HEX files. The good news; there are no code changes required! These 4 simple steps will only take a few seconds. If only all change was this straightforwards! Let's get to it.

There is a new micro:bit in town and we couldn't be more excited! We head to the workbench to compare the differences between micro:bit V1 and microbit V2. We take a look at both the features and also the technical specifications. Find out more...

Although it promises to be more subdued than normal, Halloween is fast approaching and that means it's time to get making. Why not have a go at making this fetching pumpkin edge lit sign for Halloween 2020. We think it looks great and sup spooky in the dark!

We would like to introduce four new free online MakeCode tutorials for STOP:bit for micro:bit. Learn how to write code for STOP:bit from directly w...

The Kitronik ZIP Halo HD for micro:bit provides the perfect platform for learning about creating time-based projects that also feature light and so...

In this resource, we show you how to make an edge-lit deer using our brand new 5V LED Strip Board! It features five ultra-bright LEDs, a micro USB ...

Find out more about Kitronik's gamers - which one is right for you, the main differences between them and how you can create retro games!

Find out how you can make use of Kitronik's range of Laser Engraving Laminate Sheets. The material is made of a solid base material covered with a thin laminate that can be removed using laser etching. There are a range of colours allowing you to make a sign for every occasion!

Kitronik Inventor's Kit for BBC micro:bit has been one of the most successful products we have launched. Having discovered a need for an ultimate b...

Easter is fast approaching, and with us all being indoors, it may not have been the Bank Holiday weekend you might have hoped for. That's why we thought it would be a great idea to get the creative juices flowing and create some Easter-inspired decorations that are perfect to do with your family.

Get creative with the children at home and make your very own Sound Reactive Halo HD Elephant! Combine creativity and code with this fun-filled project that can be completed in any household, no matter what your coding ability or craft supplies!

In this beginners guide to the BBC microbit we showcase 10 simple projects that can be completed without connecting anything extra to the micro:bit. From displaying your name to counting your steps there's a wide range of ideas to get you started.

In uncertain times, we must come together and help one another. As schools close for the majority of pupils, home schooling will cause a lot of stress for most parents out there. We want to help where we can, so we've come up with 10 resources we believe will help you as parents, and your child(ren) in their education.

In uncertain times, we must come together and help one another. From this Friday, a lot of schools in the UK will close for the majority of children, which means home schooling could cause stressful times for a lot of parents out there. We want to help where we can, so we've come up with 10 products that will support your child(ren)'s education.

This beginners microbit user guide is a no frills, straight to the point, collection of essential knowledge. It’s not everything you need to know, but everything up to step 5 is everything you need to know right now.

Do you have a Makey Makey kit and wonder what you can do with it? Or, maybe you've been thinking about getting one and you're also wondering what you might do with it if you get it? Check out these six examples to see some of the great things that can be done with Makey Makey.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas...' well it is in Kitronik HQ now that we've made these awesome decorations using our newly stocked Glitter Acrylic! You're all thinking 'Glitter, what a nightmare, it'd go everywhere!' Well, you can rest at ease as the glitter effect is inside the material, so there's no mess, just cool decorations!

Adding ZIP Hex LEDs to our Simple Robotics Kit is a great and easy way of adding indicator lights to your robot buggy. It's super simple, fun, and we've also included some code so you can get straight to play!

We show how to add a servo to the simple robotics kit. In keeping with the simple robotics kit, this is a solderless hack! At the heart of the simple robotics kit is the Klip Motor Driver for BBC microbit. The Klip Motor broad can drive 2 motors and has an integrated 3xAA battery pack. It also breaks out the 0,1 and 2 pins from the micro:bit.

Take your Halloween decorations to a new level, by exploring sound! Use our new MI:Sound Speaker Board for microbit to create a perfectly spooky atmosphere in your home this Halloween. Follow our step-by-step guide and create our tune or simply get inspiration to make your own!