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Learn how to use the Micro:Bits

Follow the 1-2-3 steps below and  

Get to Know Your micro:bit!

Program your micro:bit to tell your how many pets you have, your favorite food, and to draw a picture at the push of a button

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1 - Start a new project in MakeCode

Go to "MakeCode.microbit.org" to start a new project by clicking the new project icon above. Click the purple plus box labeled "New Project" to begin.

2 - Show how many pets you have. 

Program your micro:bit to show how how many pets you have when you press the "A" button. Try using these blocks: 

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3 - Show your favorite food. 

Program your micro:bit to show your favorite food when you press the "B" button. Try these blocks: 

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4 - Draw a picture. 

Program your micro:bit to show a picture when you shake it. Try these blocks: 

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Hooray! You did it! 

 

5 - Make your picture move! 

Program your micro:bit to show a moving picture when you shake it. Try these blocks: 

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If you need help, click me to see the finished product!

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