First lessons with Python and the micro:bit

First lessons with Python and the micro:bit

Python; text-based programming; algorithms; variables; iteration; selection; sensors; physical computing

A six-lesson unit supporting the transition from block-based programming to Python using familiar micro:bit projects. Learners create a name badge, animation, emotion badge, step counter, nightlight and rock-paper-scissors game while developing debugging and programming skills.

Micro:bit Educational Foundation

https://microbit.org/teach/lessons/first-lessons-with-python-and-the-microbit/

Micro:bit Educational Foundation

n.d.; accessed September 2026

Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0)

BBC micro:bit Python Editor and introductory micro:bit curriculum

Web unit of work with six lesson plans and supporting materials

English

Unit of work / programming curriculum

Ages 9-14; upper primary and lower secondary; internationally applicable