Product Information
- Looks Like a Game Controller, but it’s a programmable circuit board; Code Lab Mini leverages kids' love of gaming to teach coding skills; Familiar game controller design excites kids about coding, inspiring them to become future video game developers; Turn your gamer into a coder with hands-on fun
- Great Gift for Kids 8-12+; Perfect for curious kids who love brain games, puzzles, and tech; No coding experience needed; Kids can start coding with fun, hands-on projects; Parents don’t need coding knowledge either—free online guides, videos, and sequenced projects make it easy for everyone
- Tons of Self-Paced Fun; 80+ starter projects and 1000+ lines of example code get kids coding; Projects 'level up' like gaming levels, but kids can also experiment or create their own code; This hands-on circuit board pairs with guided videos and challenges for immersive coding fun—better than just a software login card
- Packed with Electronics; Code Lab Mini includes Jumbo LED lights, arcade-style buttons, a jumbo speaker, turn and volume knobs, and a vibration motor; All electronics are pre-built—no circuit assembly required; Kids can experiment with a variety of components, engaging all their senses with no troubleshooting needed
- Take it Further with Add-Ons; Expand Code Lab Mini with add-ons like rainbow LED pixels, an LCD screen, and sensors for light, sound, and tilt; Easy 5-minute installation unlocks 20+ new projects per add-on; The perfect next gift for kids who love their Code Lab Mini, offering endless possibilities for creativity
- Grab and Go; Rugged all-in-one kit with retractable USB cable, guidebook, and sturdy storage box; Perfect for vacations, library trips, after-school clubs, or anywhere with a laptop; No loose parts—electronics are securely attached, so kids can take Code Lab Mini anywhere without worrying about losing pieces
- Loved by Kids, Parents, and Teachers; Kids enjoy game-like fun while challenging their brains; Parents appreciate the easy-to-follow content and guidance, with no need to learn coding themselves; Teachers value the bridge from Scratch/Hour of Code to more advanced coding classes; Perfect for all learning environments
- Real Code, Real Skills; Code Lab Mini teaches real typed coding, starting with C++ examples to build skills; Kids learn fundamentals applicable to major coding languages like Python, C#, JavaScript, PHP, Java, and more; Supporting projects ensure success, even for beginners—no blank screens, just hands-on coding
- Trust the Experts; Our experienced team has helped tens of thousands of kids learn coding; Award-winning products recognized by parenting, educational, and tech organizations; Focused on fun, effective coding introductions, not just trendy toys; Trusted by educators, parents, and kids alike for quality and results
- Compatible with Most Computers; Our free, web-based code platform works with Google Chrome on Windows, Mac, or Chromebook; Not compatible with phones or tablets; Some users have successfully used Linux, but official support is not provided; Easy access to coding projects with no complex setup
