Save the World with Code: 20 Fun Projects for All Ages Using Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Circuit Playground Express
This fun project book engages kids with coding and making

This 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




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Save the World with Code: 20 Fun Projects for All Ages Using Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Circuit Playground Express
This fun project book engages kids with coding and making

This 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




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Save the World with Code: 20 Fun Projects for All Ages Using Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Circuit Playground Express

Save the World with Code: 20 Fun Projects for All Ages Using Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Circuit Playground Express

by Lorraine Underwood
Save the World with Code: 20 Fun Projects for All Ages Using Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Circuit Playground Express

Save the World with Code: 20 Fun Projects for All Ages Using Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Circuit Playground Express

by Lorraine Underwood

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Overview

This fun project book engages kids with coding and making

This 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





Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781260457605
Publisher: McGraw Hill LLC
Publication date: 04/10/2020
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 224
File size: 58 MB
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About the Author

Lorraine Underwood is a maker, educator, and resource creator who specializes in making coding fun and accessible for everyone. She has written for MagPi and HackSpace, which are both official Raspberry Pi magazines. She has also written resources for micro:bit partner Kitronik and micro:bit and Raspberry Pi accessory maker Pimoroni.

Table of Contents

Preface xi

Acknowledgments xiii

Introduction

Getting Started 1

Choose Your Tool: BBC micro:bit, Circuit Playground Express, or Raspberry Pi 1

Learn Your Skills: MakcCode or Python 4

Choose Your Mission: How to Use This Book 16

Common Mistakes/Troubleshooting Your Build 19

Your Missions 21

Part 1 Zombies Defense 21

Part 2 Defend Your Home 22

Part 3 Save the World 23

Part 1 Zombie Defense

Mission 1 Zombie Detector 27

Algorithm 27

Micro:bit 27

Circuit Playground Express 29

Raspberry Pi 31

Mission 2 Zombie Escape Sign 37

Algorithm 37

Micro:bit 37

Circuit Playground Express 39

Raspberry Pi 40

Mission 3 Light Sensor to Detect When Vampire Zombies Are Awake 51

Algorithm 51

Micro:bit 52

Circuit Playground Express 54

Mission 4 Light-Up Backpack 57

Algorithm 57

Micro:bit 60

Circuit Playground Express 68

Mission 5 Light-Up Attack Sword for Battling Vampire Zombies 75

Algorithm 75

Micro:bit 79

Circuit Playground Express 86

Mission 6 Reaction Game to Test for Zombies 91

Algorithm 92

Micro:bit 92

Circuit Playground Express 97

Raspberry Pi 99

Part 2 Defend Your Home

Mission 7 Name Badge to Identify Valid Family Members 105

Algorithm 105

Micro:bit 105

Circuit Playground Express 106

Mission 8 Door Sensor to Tell When Your Room Is Under Attack 109

Algorithm 109

Micro:bit 112

Circuit Playground Express 115

Raspberry Pi 117

Mission 9 A Lock to Protect Your Sword 123

Algorithm 123

Micro:bit 124

Circuit Playground Express 128

Mission 10 Cookie Jar Protector 133

Algorithm 133

Micro:bit 134

Circuit Playground Express 138

Mission 11 Number Lock for Your Devices 143

Algorithm 143

Micro:bit 144

Circuit Playground Express 151

Raspberry Pi 157

Mission 12 Mobile Alarm for Your Devices 167

Algorithm 167

Micro:bit 167

Circuit Playground Express 171

Raspberry Pi 174

Mission 13 Floor Mat Alarm 177

Algorithm 177

Micro:bit 179

Circuit Playground Express 180

Raspberry Pi 181

Mission 14 Treasure Box Alarm 185

Algorithm 185

Micro:bit 185

Circuit Playground Express 188

Part 3 Save the World

Mission 15 Step Counter 195

Algorithm 195

Micro:bit 195

Circuit Playground Express 199

Mission 16 Bike Indicator 201

Algorithm 202

Micro:bit 204

Circuit Playground Express 209

Mission 17 Moisture Sensor for Your Plants 211

Algorithm 211

Micro:bit 212

Circuit Playground Express 215

Mission 18 Temperature Monitor 219

Algorithm 219

Micro:bit 220

Circuit Playground Express 224

Raspberry Pi 228

Mission 19 Temperature Alarm 235

Mission 20 Window Alarm 237

Algorithm 237

Micro:bit 238

Circuit Playground Express 242

Raspberry Pi 246

Index 249

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