Code Lab Mini looks like a game controller, but your young coder is the one in control! Code Lab Mini is a circuit board with built-in microcontroller brain, jumbo LED lights, arcade-style buttons, a vibration motor, jumbo speaker, and turn knob. Kids will get introduced to real typed coding by creating bright light displays, custom songs, button-activated motor buzzes, and more. 

With over 80 code projects included (plus more available with the add-ons), Code Lab Mini is a great way for kids 8-12 to get excited about coding. While it looks like a toy, Code Lab Mini is actually packed with learning value that kids get from making their own coded circuits! 

No assembly is required for the basic Code Lab Mini, and assembling add-on kits takes under 10 minutes. Right out of the box, kids will be able to plug Code Lab Mini in and start to beep, blink, and buzz the components before launching into changing how the board works with real code. USB cable and reference guidebook included, plus free web-based coding software and walkthrough videos, challenges, and tutorials. 

Code Lab Mini is a great choice whether you’re looking to get your kids to spend more valuable screentime than just gaming, or you want to kickstart their game-developer career with some engaging code.