The Kitronik LAB:bit for the BBC microbit offers a super fun way for children to learn about coding in an engaging and hands-on way. It has been specifically designed for the classroom for KS2 computing and is backed by online MakeCode tutorials, simplified custom blocks, and a detailed getting started guide. Supplied in the box are; a battery holder (3 x AA), a wheel and tyre for the motor, and the detailed easy to follow guide.

The board is absolutely packed with an impressive array of features and devices for easy delivery of fun and informative lessons. These include; a motor, ultrasonic distance sensor, 2 x large user-assignable tactile buttons (with indicator LEDs), a microphone, speaker (with volume control), 7 programmable ZIP LEDs(in an arc), A user-assignable potentiometer control, 2 x sets of traffic light LEDs, and LEDs arranged in a dice formation (that can also be used for displaying digits).

The board also features; an edge connector for the micro:bit to slot into, a pre-fitted protective acrylic cover, clip-able pads for attaching an additional motor, 2 x clip-able pads for attaching further buttons/switches, colour changing power indication LEDS, a cutaway for easy reset button access, and pre-fitted anti-slip rubber feet.

This all in one laboratory environment ships with a detailed getting started guide, filled with step by step information that can easily be followed by either teacher or pupil. The guide starts with an introduction to using a micro:bit and the MakeCode editor, with each explained in detail. This is then followed by instructions for fitting the wheel to the motor. Each area of the board is explained in detail, complete with code examples for each. As with the previous sections, this part of the booklet has been designed so that it can be used by teachers and pupils.

• LAB:bit is an all in one educational platform designed for the delivery of KS2 computing in the classroom (7 - 10-year-olds).
• It's packed full of devices, LEDs, switches, sensors, and other programmable features.
• It features an edge connector for the micro:bit to slot into, no tools required.
• LAB:bit is supplied with a pre-fitted protective acrylic cover.
• Additionally, there are clip-able pads for attaching an additional motor, 2 x clip-able pads for attaching further buttons/switches, colour changing power indication LEDs, and a cutaway for easy reset button access.
• There are also pre-fitted anti-slip rubber feet to ensure that LAB:bit stays securely on the desk.
• Code it with blocks in the MakeCode editor.
• Kitronik custom blocks to make coding more intuitive and straightforward
• Custom blocks are grouped by type to make it easy to go straight to the blocks you need.
• No soldering!
• Minimal mechanical assembly required.
• It has an inbuilt polarity protection circuit for the DC input
• The onboard power regulation circuit provides power to the board and to the micro:bit, removing the need to power the micro:bit separately.
• LAB:bit is supplied with a fully comprehensive getting started guide. It takes you through everything you need to know and can be followed by both teacher and pupils.