Description
USB Plug and Play sensor array for Scratch®Works with both downloadable and online Scratch® environments *Ideal for learning about real-world input into programmingSlider: Controls the slider valueLight Sensor: Changes the light sensor value depending on the amount of light it detectsButton: Can be pressed to control the button pressed value (true or false)Sound Sensor: Changes the sound value depending on the amount of sound it detectsAlligator Clips: Changes the value of various variables that detect whether the alligator clips are connected, and how much resistance each connection hasThis Picoboard is a piece of hardware that allows your Scratch projects to interact with the outside world. Unique programming ‘blocks’ allow for easy inclusion of sensor feedback into your program. Specially designed to bring extra fun into your child’s learning of programming techniques and understanding of technology.The board itself contains a slider (linear potentiometer), light sensor, audio sensor, four crocodile clip resistance sensors and a pushbutton. It connects to your computer via USB and has a standard micro-USB connection on the board. This is the only product you need to get sensor input into your projects.Designed for educators and beginners, the Picoboard for Scratch® is a great way to expand your child’s potential as a programmer, and a fantastic driver for new ideas and possibilities for programming. *Driver download may be required (free)® Scratch is developed by the Lifelong Kindergarten group at the MIT Media Lab - See http://scratch.mit.edu . Scratch is a trademark of MIT.
