Microbit Virtual Pet

Bring your imagination to life by creating your very own virtual pet! In this hands-on workshop, kids will use block-based coding on iPads to design a digital animal with unique emotions, actions, and personality. Once coded, they’ll transfer their creation onto a Microbit circuit board, turning their virtual pet into a real-world interactive companion.

Along the way, children will learn the fundamentals of coding, logic, and digital design, while also exploring how hardware and software work together. This workshop builds problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking skills - all while having fun creating a pet that responds and reacts in surprising ways.

Learning outcomes

Participants practise creative problem solving, engineering thinking, testing, iteration and collaboration through a practical hands-on activity.

Materials supplied

STEMMechanics supplies the core workshop materials and equipment needed for the session unless the booking information says otherwise.

Group size

Group size can be discussed when booking a school, library or community session.

Booking information

Use the booking option on this page for public sessions, or contact STEMMechanics to arrange a private workshop for your school, library or community.

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Microbit Virtual Pet

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Date/Time

Thursday 25 Sep 2025
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Duration

1 hour

Location

Ages 8+

Parental supervision may be required for children 8 years of age and under.

Free

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