Your journey starts here: become a confident coder and get to grips with how a computer works using the BBC Micro:Bit. Understand how software and hardware work together using this pocket-sized computer, featuring a variety of components, including an LED light display, buttons and sensors, that you can program and physically interact with.

In this session, you will learn how to program your Micro:Bit to run two simple games:

• Snap the Dot: A game of skill that will test the speed of your reactions.
• Tug-of-LED: A virtual variation of the popular competitive tug of war rope game.

You will write your program using the Microsoft Makecode Editor and an easy to follow tutorial. You can even watch a video lesson! Dependant on your level, you can choose the programming tool that is right for you. Programming using colour-coded blocks will be familiar to Scratch users, whilst more advanced coders can switch to Python or JavaScript to see the text-based code behind the blocks. View your completed program on Microsoft Makecode's in-built Micro:Bit Emulator, before downloading it to a real Micro:Bit to play your game!

This workshop is part of our Easter STEM Bytes Festival. In addition to our BBC Micro:Bit Coding Workshop, you will have access to the Museum's collection of exhilarating new technology, ready for families to immerse themselves in fun and creative educational activities designed to unlock imaginations, inspire and entertain. Find out what else is in offer during our Easter STEM Bytes Festival here: https://www.tnmoc.org/bytes.

If you are using a promotional code to book your tickets, this must be entered at the top of the 'Tickets' page by clicking 'Enter promo code', prior to the checkout.

Terms and Conditions

• This workshop is designed for children aged 8 and over.
• Children MUST be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop.
• Each adult attending the workshop to supervise a child MUST purchase an 'Accompanying Adult Ticket.'
• Your workshop ticket includes entry to the Museum and our Easter STEM Bytes Festival, allowing you to explore and be inspired by our extraordinary collection whilst you are here.

For any queries or further information please contact Jacqui Garrad, the Museum Director, at museum@tnmoc.org. Alternatively, you can contact the Museum via telephone on 01908 374708.