In this unit, students explore the relationship between hardware and software. Learning in this unit will allow students to:

• Design and build a physical computing device that integrates physical inputs and outputs with digital apps. 
• Create app prototypes that use a physical device to solve real-world problems.
• Use physical computing to solve problems in fun and innovative ways.

This unit has two options: Option A uses the Adafruit Circuit Playground, and Option B uses the BBC micro:bit. Teachers should pick whichever option matches the devices they have in their classroom - they do not need to purchase both sets of devices or try to teach both options.

Creating Apps with Devices - Circuit Playground

Creating Apps with Devices (micro:bit)