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Review on STEAM Education Kit For 3 Students With LittleBits Technology by Shah Jones

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Interesting Concept

This is my 2nd LittleBits set I've reviewed and I still like the basic concept of modular electric and electronic components. This time they've responded to the main problem with the first generation sets: that the modules fall apart easily, by providing a Lego like backing board that attached modules can snap into allowing for more durable creations.However, there seems to be a manufacturing defect in one of switches, so I couldn't satisfactorily complete the build a vehicle task. I can imagine some unhappy children if a common problem.Materials are glossy and easy to follow if light on Physics. My son raced through making things without wanting may belabored explanation about what resistors are.So, a great and fun concept that improves on the original, but light on science and with troubling reliability.

Pros
  • Each color-coded Bit has a specific function (e.g. lights, sensors, motors, inputs, and outputs) and is reusable for infinite number of inventions
Cons
  • Without a dedicated teacher to supervise, some students may not use the kit properly or could accidentally harm themselves

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