STEMATHLON – Higher Elementary OPEN Category Expansion Pack

STEMATHLON – Higher Elementary OPEN Category Expansion Pack

The STEMATHLON – Higher Elementary OPEN Category Expansion Pack kit includes the following components:

Package Contents

• PlanetX NeoPixel 8 — an LED strip/ring with NeoPixel-type lights, allowing independent control of multiple RGB LEDs.

• PlanetX OLED Module for Micro:bit — a small OLED display for showing graphics or text in micro:bit projects.

• PlanetX Colour Sensor — detects and identifies light color levels.

• PlanetX GPIO Adapter — an input/output (GPIO) expansion interface that enables easy connection to additional modules.

• PlanetX WiFi Module — allows wireless communication and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.

• PlanetX DHT11 — temperature and humidity sensor (DHT11).

• PlanetX Light Sensor — measures ambient light levels.

• PlanetX Gesture Sensor for Micro:bit — detects hand gestures and motion for interactive control.

Benefits & Skills Developed

• Comprehensive STEM Experience: Combines physics, electronics, programming, and creativity into one engaging learning process.

• Interactive Experimentation: By using real-world sensors (light, temperature, color, gesture) and communication modules (WiFi), children can build and test real applications.

• LEGO Compatibility: Building components are compatible with LEGO bricks, enabling easy and creative prototyping.

• Versatile Programming Options: Supports platforms such as MakeCode and Python — suitable for both beginners and advanced users.

• Easy Connection: PlanetX modules use RJ11 connectors, allowing children to connect components safely and without complex wiring.

Technical Specifications

• The NEZHA Kit includes over 400 building components and plastic blocks for construction.

• The NEZHA main board supports connection of multiple modules and can control servo motors, DC motors, and more.

• The kit comes with a full set of educational guides and activity scenarios.

Portal

Register to portal.stem.edu.gr/en and view the following courses:

• AI Robotics – Portal STEM Education

• Education Robotics Micro:bit (Elementary Robotics) – Portal STEM Education

• Advanced Robotics (EN) – Portal STEM Education