Kitronik Lesson in a Box - MAI-Z the MouseBot for the BBC micro:bit

The Lesson in a Box for Mai-Z and BBC micro:bit is a ready-to-use classroom solution, designed to help teachers—no matter their coding experience—unlock the full potential of Mai-Z. Each kit includes everything you need: electronics, ready-made teaching resources, and cross-curricular lesson plans that minimise preparation time while maximising impact. For convenience and durability, the Lesson in a Box comes neatly packed in a sturdy Gratnells tray with a secure lid, making storage and organisation simple.

MAI-Z is a hands-on learning robot built for the BBC micro:bit, designed to make coding accessible, engaging, and fun. Whether using MakeCode’s block-based editor or exploring unplugged activities with the exclusive Screen-Free Programming add-on, Mai-Z helps learners step beyond the monitor and into real-world STEM experiences. It’s also fully compatible with MakeCode CreateAI, unlocking gesture-based control and AI-powered coding straight out of the box.

The kit comes with a comprehensive set of teaching resources aligned to both US and UK curricula. These include step-by-step instructions for teachers, technicians, and classroom assistants, as well as a full scheme of learning, ready-to-use lesson plans, presentations, student worksheets, and exclusive digital resources with code examples.

Designed to be affordable, practical, and durable, this Lesson in a Box is built for repeated classroom use. The resources cover a wide range of curriculum specifications and encourage students to see the value of STEM/STEAM activities across different subject areas, supporting both academic and personal development.

Power: Mai-Z features a Standard USB-C Charging Port. Mai-Z will charge regardless of the status of the power switch, and can be safely used whilst it is being charged. The charger must be capable of providing 5V, at least 1A over a USB-C Connection.

Features

• No soldering is required for technicians or students.
• Includes technicians' notes, lesson plans, resources and workbooks or worksheets.
• 4x programmable ZIP LEDs.
• Line-following, edge-detecting & distance sensors.
• Onboard speaker + USB-C rechargeable LiPo battery.
• Pen holder & ball scoop for creative and competitive tasks.
• Edge connector for attaching the BBC micro:bit to Mai-z.
• Easy access to micro:bit A/B buttons.
• Status LED, on/off switch & smooth.
• Smooth and accurate motor control.
• Code Mai-Z with MakeCode drag-and-drop block-based coding.
• Code Mai Z with Screen-Free Coding add-on pack: No screens? No problem. Use the code blocks and recorder board for hands-on, unplugged programming, perfect for younger learners.

Contents

• 11x Mai-Z The MouseBot Floor Robots & USB Type-C Charging Cables
• 11x Double-sided A1 Map/Line Following Posters
• 2x A2 Features Posters
• 4x STOP:bits & accompanying switched battery holders
• 11x Sharpies
• 6x Table Tennis Balls
• 1x Storage Tub