Program your mBot board and create a surprise box!
  • WHAT I NEED?

    1
    Accessories

    Cable USB type B

    2
    Software
    mBlock

    Mblock is a programming environment that uses blocks to create the code and is based on Scratch. This software makes Arduino programming and developing interactive apps something easy to do.

    3
    Materials

    AA batteries

    Decoration and crafting materials

    Cardboard box

    Sticks

  • START YOUR PROJECT!

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  • If you dare to explore new ideas this will not be the end of the activity.
CLOQQ’s activities have been designed and made by an experienced team in creative technologies. These activities must be made with the support and supervision of an adult.