SparkFun Tinker Kit
An Introduction to Programming and Hardware with Arduino
The SparkFun Tinker Kit, a miniature version of the SparkFun Inventor's Kit, is a great way to get started in programming and hardware with Arduino. Each SparkFun Tinker Kit includes everything needed to complete 11 circuits that will teach you how to blink an LED, read sensors, drive servos, and more.
Recommend one kit for every two students. Recommended for grades 6+
- SparkFun RedBoard
- Breadboard - Self-Adhesive (White)
- Servo – Sub-Micro Size
- Hobby Gearmotor – 200 RPM (Pair)
- Temperature Sensor – TMP36
- Mini Photocell
- SparkFun USB Mini-B Cable – 6 Foot
- Jumper Wires – 7" M/M 30 AWG (30 Pack)
- LED – RGB Clear Common Cathode
- Red, Blue, Yellow, and Green LEDs
- 10K Trimpot
- Momentary Pushbutton Switch – 12mm
- H-Bridge Motor Driver 1A
- Battery Holder - 4xAA to Barrel Jack Connector
- 330 and 10K Resistors
Documents:
- Circuit 1: Blinking an LED
- Circuit 2: Reading a Potentiometer
- Circuit 3: Driving an RGB LED
- Circuit 4: Driving Multiple LEDs
- Circuit 5: Reading a Button Press
- Circuit 6: Reading a Photoresistor
- Circuit 7: Reading a Temperature Sensor
- Circuit 8: Using a Servo Motor
- Circuit 9: Driving a Motor with an H-Bridge
- Circuit 10: Controlling a Motor with Inputs
- Circuit 11: Reading Serial Data