Code Car 2.0 (Redesigned for 2023!)
Code Car 2.0 (Redesigned for 2023!)
4 buttons, 4 programmable LED lights, and a speaker are built into this car-shaped computer.
Free coding software and step-by-step lessons teach coding
Learn programming by adding features to the code car
Flash the lights, honk a horn, blare the siren with computer code
Kit contains Code Car, retractable USB cable, and reference cards to assist learning.
Compatible with Windows, Macintosh, and Chromebook computers
The perfect gift for learners who want real typed coding but aren’t yet ready for Raspberry Pi or Arduino.
No soldering or wiring required!
Great for learners ages 8+
Overview
Get started coding with a hands-on car that you can code- Code Car! Code Car is an all-inclusive circuit board that has 4 programmable LED lights, a speaker, and 4 buttons built-in. All you need to do is plug it in, download our free software, and get started learning!
You control the code, so you can take the Code Car’s features as far as you’d like. There are thousands of possible projects you can create with the skills you’ll learn from the guided lessons.
Guided Lessons
Start by turning on Code Car’s headlight, then ‘drive’ through 14 guided lessons that add features to Code Car while you learn real coding. Concepts covered include loops, if-else statements, inputs vs. outputs, and for loops.
Every lesson has walkthrough videos that break down the code line-by-line so you’re never left to search the web for explanations. Challenges on each lesson page help push you to the next level and put your new skills to use!
Hack the Car
Ready to dive right in? Visit the ‘Hack the Code Car’ page to tinker with the full-featured Code Car. A video will guide you through how each line of code works, then it’s up to you to explore! Perfect for those who would rather tinker than be taught.
The Takeaway
Kids who use this kit will gain skills in computer coding and an understanding of the underlying concepts of technology. They’ll learn troubleshooting skills and improve their logical thinking by addressing coding challenges that they’ll actually want to solve, because the outcome is a fun car they can show off!
