Workshop
Coding with micro:bit
Code a micro:bit to control a small buggy, develop that code to respond to a remote control and then drive them into the battle arena!
- Ages 9 to 11
- In-school
- Half a day
- Cost applies
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Code a micro:bit to control a small buggy, develop that code to respond to a remote control and then drive them into the battle arena!
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