Create powerful
hands-on STEAM learning
3 - 8
grades
8+
Challenges
What you'll get
8 fun challenges
(+ more challenges & inventions on the app!)
1 out of 8
Invent a Self-Driving Vehicle
Inspire students to design an electric car of the future as they experiment with motion and stability.
2 out of 8
Invent an Art Machine
Engage students in engineering design as they build their own automatic artistic assistant.
3 out of 8
Invent a Throwing Arm
Teach forces of motion and simple machines through a fun game of projectile-launching.
4 out of 8
Invent a Security Device
Explore environmental sensors with students as they create alarms that safeguard their stuff.
5 out of 8
Hack Your Classroom
Challenge your class to think critically and create electronic solutions to problems they see in the classroom.
6 out of 8
Invent For Good
Inspire students to help others by thinking creatively and creating simple machines to change the world.
7 out of 8
Chain Reaction Contraption
Channel Rube Goldberg as your class creates a cause-and-effect machine using engineering skills and systems thinking.
8 out of 8
Hack Your Habits
Develop student's critical thinking skills as they produce prototypes to make an aspect of life more efficient.
18 Student Class Pack includes
114 bits & 271 accessories
*additional bits and accessories are included in the larger class packs.
6 Step-By-Step Resources
online resource
teacher's guide
120+ pages of detailed instruction and classroom management tips.
online resource
invention log
A workbook for students to document each step of their journey.
online resource
ngss connections*
All lessons link to NGSS Engineering Design standards & the Common Core.
littlebits 101
bit basics
This guide teaches the fundamentals of Bits and littleBits circuits, makes getting started a snap.
littlebits 101
littlebits intro
A hands-on lesson on how the platform works that sets students up for successful inventing.
littlebits 101
the invention cycle
A lesson on our unique learning process that helps unlock creativity, discovery, and innovation.
72-page invention guidebook
Step-by-step instructions that guide you from easy circuit building to epic mind-blowing inventions.
Get The Guide
Recommended add-ons
Combine all your Bits & kits to give inventions new powers, or create something brand new.
Product Perks
Product Details
*NGSS TRADEMARK: Next Generation Science Standards is a registered trademark of Achieve. Neither Achieve nor the lead states and partners that developed the Next Generation Science Standards was involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.
Mobile App Compatibility Chart
1 out of 29
button
You've used a button before! This is a clicker, tact switch, etc...
2 out of 29
buzzer
Bzzz! The buzzer is like the sound in an alarm clock: it makes a noise you just can't ignore.
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DC motor (tethered)
The reversible direct current motor rotates a small shaft you can attach anything to.
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fan
The fan is just what you'd think: a small electric fan tethered to a Bit.
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fork
Connect one output to as many as 3 other Bits to trigger multiple actions at once.
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inverter
Inverter is a very contrary logic Bit. It sends out the opposite of whatever it receives.
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light sensor
The light sensor measures how much light is shining on it. It has 2 modes: light & dark.
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long led
If you ever wanted an LED in a tiny little space, the long LED is your Bit!
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number
The number Bit displays information about the signal it___s receiving from other Bits.
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power
The power Bit lets you use a 9-volt battery to supply power to all your connected Bits.
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pulse
The pulse Bit is like an electronic heartbeat. It sends out a stream of short ON signals.
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rgb led
The RGB LED Bit is a special light whose color you can adjust.
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servo
The servo is a controllable motor that can swing back and forth.
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slide dimmer
The slide dimmer is an analog input. Adjust it by moving its lever from side to side.
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temperature sensor
The temperature sensor responds to the temperature surrounding its probe.
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usb power
Connect a USB cable to your computer or phone charger to start powering your inventions.
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wire
The wire allows you to extend your circuits and put more space between two Bits.
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battery + cable
Connect it to your power Bit and then flip the switch to send juice to all of your creations!
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mechanical arm
Attach the arm to your servo or DC motor to expand your invention�s motion capabilities.
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motorMate
This accessory helps you attach wheels, paper, and lots of other materials to the DC motor.
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mounting boards
Keep your circuit intact and move it around with ease with our mounting boards.
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screwdriver
This little purple screwdriver is used to modify any Bit with a micro adjuster (e.g. pulse, rgb�)
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screws
The screws secure attachments like the mechanical arm and servo mount to your invention.
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servo hub
Make complex movements by attaching materials to your servo motor using the servo hub
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servo mount
Use a servo mount and littleBits shoe to secure your servo motor to any surface.
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Shoes (Hook & Loop)
Press shoes onto your circuit to keep it securely intact.
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Tackle Box
Perfect for stowing your Bits away in the workshop and at home, or taking on the go!
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USB Power Adapter + Cable
Connect a USB cable to your computer or phone charger to power your inventions.
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wheel
Add this 3-3/16" (80mm) diameter wheel to a DC motor and take your invention for a spin!