Technology Resources
micro:bit – Add more display space by adding a scroll:bit
Description
The scroll:bit gives you more than four times the space of the display area on the micro:bit with a 17×7 array of white LEDs.You can use it to teach more advanced coding, or to get creative and build things like an LED badge. The scroll:bit has a slot on one end that slides over the pins on the base of the micro:bit. It makes all the connections to the micro:bit so you don’t need to worry about connecting how to connect it.
Age range
9 and up
Skill Level
Beginner and up.The scroll:bit can be programmed with MakeCode block coding or with MicroPython.
Tools needed
None
Cost
$17.50
Where to buy:
Resources
Pimoroni’s education site has several examples that will get you started using the scroll:bit