year: Year 5
Pupil video: Programming a pedometer: adding an input
This video shows pupils how to add an input to their micro:bit pedometer program so the step counter increases when the device is shaken.
Pupil video: Programming a pedometer: creating a variable
This video shows pupils how to create a variable on the micro:bit to start building a pedometer program that counts steps.
Pupil video: Pairing the micro:bit (tablet version)
This video explains how to connect a BBC micro:bit to a tablet using Bluetooth, showing the pairing steps and how to transfer programs wirelessly.
Pupil video: Pairing the micro:bit (desktop/laptop version)
This video explains how to connect a BBC micro:bit to a computer using a USB cable, pair it through the software and transfer programs so it is ready to run.
Teacher video: Exploring the BBC micro:bit
This teacher video gives an overview of the BBC micro:bit, explaining its key features and how it can be used in the classroom to make programming meaningful and practical.
Knowledge organiser – Computing Y5: *New* Programming 2: BBC micro:bit
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 5, *New* Programming 2: BBC micro:bit.
This resource is designed to support the children as they explore programming with the micro:bit. It highlights key vocabulary and concepts, including variables and conditional statements, alongside using sensors in real-life programs. The resource explains a snippet of code alongside key blocks and is perfect for consolidating essential knowledge and developing coding skills through hands-on programming tasks.
Pupil video: Exploring the BBC micro:bit
This video introduces pupils to the BBC micro:bit, showing its features such as the LED matrix, buttons, and sensors, and how these can be programmed to make the device interact with the world.
