Lego Club, STEM events and microbits
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Lego Club
Regular Lego clubs take place in libraries during term time. Find out more about Lego club
You can check out all our previous online LEGO club challenges on Barnet Council's YouTube channel.
STEM Club online
Join in with our online Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths activities via our YouTube playlist. These include turning a micro:bit into a music jukebox, Scientific Slime making and creating a push pull toy.
Look out for our STEM events taking place in libraries through the year. Check our upcoming events or sign up for our newsletters to keep up to date with the latest events and news.
Meet the micro:bit
The micro:bit is really easy to pick up and use with little training. It can be programmed using free coding platforms on a PC, laptop or Bluetooth-enabled smartphone or tablet. Although it’s small enough to fit into the palm of your hand, it has a screen, onboard sensors and the option to add a host of exciting peripherals.
You can use your micro:bit for all sorts of cool creations, from robots to musical instruments. The possibilities are endless.
It can be coded from any web browser in Blocks, Javascript, Python, Scratch and more; no software required.
How do I borrow a micro:bit?
You must be 8 years old or older to borrow a micro:bit from Barnet libraries.
Starter kits are free to borrow and contain a micro:bit, a mini-USB cable and a battery pack (2 AAA batteries are required but not provided), along with some instructions to get you started, which means you can unleash your digital creativity in the comfort of your own bedroom and get your family involved too!
Micro:bits are available to borrow from all Barnet libraries in staffed opening times. You borrow it, just like a book. You must renew it online, by phone or in person at the library to ensure you don't get a fine (5p per day overdue).
Get started with the Makecode Blocks Editor
The easiest way to get started is with micro:bit's Makecode Blocks editor
This makes it easy to program a micro:bit in Blocks and JavaScript.
If you are a bit more advanced and want to push your coding skills further you can try the Python editor instead.
There is also video Introduction to the micro:bit on Barnet Council's YouTube channel.