micro:bit Radio Games

Unleash Classroom Collaboration and Code with Micro:bit Radio Games!

Engage your students like never before with this exciting booklet packed with ready-to-code micro:bit games that leverage the power of the micro:bit's built-in radio. Move beyond individual projects and transform your classroom into an interactive hub of learning and fun!

This resource provides teachers with a unique collection of whole-class games designed to get students actively coding, collaborating, and problem-solving using the micro:bit's wireless communication capabilities. Forget tangled wires and limited interactions – the radio allows for dynamic, multi-micro:bit gameplay that fosters teamwork and introduces fundamental computer science concepts in an exciting, hands-on way.

Inside this booklet, you'll find detailed instructions and code examples for a variety of engaging games, including:

Red Light Green Light: A fun and active game where the class must react to commands broadcast wirelessly, perfect for reinforcing conditional logic and quick thinking.

Splatoon: Race against other teams to "paint" virtual blocks using radio signals, a fantastic way to explore data transmission and competitive programming.

Battleships: Students go head-to-head in a strategic naval battle, sending and receiving coordinates wirelessly to sink their opponent's fleet, introducing concepts of coordinates and two-way communication.

Bat and Ball: A tennis-style game where players use their micro:bits to control paddles and volley a virtual ball across the "net," demonstrating real-time data exchange and control.

Just Dance: Get the whole class moving as they try to match the moves of a "coach" micro:bit, utilizing the accelerometer and radio to create a fun and energetic group activity exploring data broadcasting and input sensing.

Each game comes with clear explanations, suggested learning objectives, and adaptable code that can be modified to suit different age groups and skill levels. Empower your students to explore the exciting possibilities of wireless technology and collaborative coding with these engaging micro:bit radio games!