littleBits

Designed for children over 8 years of age
Magnetic electronic building blocks – no wires, no soldering
Color-coded Bits with specific functions: input, output, power, and wire
Wide range of modules: light sensors, motors, buzzers, servos, wireless transmitters, and more
Creative invention experience with plug-and-play simplicity
Step-by-step invention guides and standards-aligned lesson plans
Compatible with cardboard, paper, craft materials, and household objects
Free access to online platform Sphero littleBits Classroom with ready-to-use activities

Sphero littleBits kits motivate students to become creators and inventors of technology, not just users. Students realize that the path to invention involves building, testing, and continuously refining designs.

The littleBits kits include individual modules (“Bits”), accessories, and rich educational materials that make hands-on work with electronics fun and effective. Students develop both creative and critical thinking while exploring key STEAM concepts.

Ideal for children aged 8 and up

Sphero littleBits kits allow students to explore the basics of electronics, programming, and engineering thinking in a playful way. Each Bit has a specific function—it can light up, make sounds, move, or respond to stimuli from the environment. This way, students learn in a playful manner how to create circuits, prototypes, and inventions. They can invent anything—from an alarm to a wireless robot or a digital musical instrument.

The open modular design allows differentiated learning—technically skilled students can focus on circuits, while others focus on design and functionality.

For classroom use, littleBits Classroom Kits are available, containing varying numbers of kits to provide enough modules for multiple teams, practical storage solutions, instruction and project cards, and digital teaching materials.

From simple circuits to custom programmable inventions

Sphero littleBits guides students from first discoveries with electricity to creating their own smart inventions. Color-coded modules connect via magnets—if the connection is correct, the modules snap together; if not, the magnets repel. No soldering or complex wiring required!

Each color has its function: blue Bits provide power, pink are inputs (buttons, sensors), green are outputs (lights, motors, sounds), and orange are used for circuit connections.

In selected kits, such as the littleBits Code Kit, students can also program their creations with blocks in the littleBits Code Kit App, which uses a Scratch-like environment. Blocks can define module behaviors, create animations, music projects, or simple interactive games. For advanced users, the app also allows switching to text programming in JavaScript, enabling students to gradually transition from visual programming to real code, developing algorithmic and logical thinking in practice.

Sensors for experimentation and smart responses

Sphero littleBits kits include a wide range of sensors, allowing children to create projects that respond to the surrounding environment. These include, for example, a light sensor that detects light intensity, a temperature sensor, a proximity sensor, or less common elements such as a pressure sensor reacting to touch force or a bend sensor.

In addition to sensors, there are also various types of switches that trigger actions based on environmental input. A sound switch responds to noise or claps, a motion sensor detects nearby movement, and a remote trigger detects infrared (IR) light. Classic buttons and other control elements are also included.

For even greater versatility, there are LEDs, LED matrices for pixel animations, buzzers, microphones, MP3 modules, and other output Bits that expand experimentation possibilities. Each module has a defined function and, in combination with other elements, enables the creation of interactive, smart, and visually impressive inventions.

All more than 70 Bits are clearly described in the online Bitopedia, where you can learn how each module works, how to connect them, and what projects to create with them.

Practical accessories for connecting and organizing littleBits

Want to build truly smart systems? Connect the littleBits Topper Kit with Sphero RVR+. This expansion allows projects to be built directly on the RVR+ and controlled via programming, so students combine electronics and mechanics with coding, automation, and data-driven tasks.

With the adapter, you can connect littleBits modules to the BBC micro:bit, expanding your project possibilities. The adapter transfers signals from input and output Bits directly to the micro:bit pins. Projects can be programmed using the free Microsoft MakeCode editor or Python, with no special libraries required—everything works directly and intuitively.

If you want your littleBits to be neatly organized, littleBits Wall Storage is the ideal solution. It offers 25 small and 20 large compartments for organized module storage. The wall is designed for easy installation and, mounted on the wall, saves space and simplifies finding modules, making it perfect for classrooms, makerspaces, or home workshops.

Apps and online platforms for learning with littleBits

littleBits Fuse App
Fuse is a progressive web app that allows students to extend the capabilities of their inventions using conditions, loops, and functions. Students can create virtual circuits, verify module compatibility, and program using blocks or JavaScript. The app supports gradual learning, and students can write notes in their digital inventor’s notebook.

littleBits Classroom
Sphero littleBits Classroom is a free platform* that facilitates teaching with littleBits. It provides ready-made lessons, worksheets, and project guides for different age groups, from elementary to high school.
Lessons are organized by subject, duration, topic, or difficulty level, making it easy to select an activity that fits your needs—whether a short one-time lesson or a multi-week project.

Sphero Central
Sphero Central is a free platform* for teachers, providing access to educational materials, lessons, and other resources for effective teaching with Sphero products. It allows easy searching and organization of lessons by topic, age group, or product, simplifying lesson preparation and classroom management.
The platform also provides tools to track student progress and offers ready-made challenges and lesson plans that foster creativity and collaboration in STEAM education.

littleBits Fuse App

The app is compatible with littleBits STEAM+ Coding Kit, Code Kit, Makerspace Invention Wall, and codeBit kits.

littleBits Classroom

* Materials are available in English only.

Sphero Central

* Materials are available in English only.