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Piper Computer Kit - Build A Computer - Hands On STEAM Learning with Raspberry Pi, Blockly Coding, Custom StoryMode Games, Python Programming and Electronics

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BUILD A COMPUTER: The Piper Computer Kit is like a wooden puzzle with all the electronic components to make a fully functioning computer. Includes a Raspberry Pi, 9" screen, DIY speaker, rechargeable battery and custom games to teach your kids how to build hardware and program software.
HANDS ON STEAM PROJECTS: Once the computer is built, kids progress to a guided series of fun and engaging challenges. Using Piper’s StoryMode, kids make their way through a secret mission as they attach wires and connect electronic components to progress within the game. Instant feedback makes learning exciting and enjoyable!
LEARN TO CODE: Kids learn the basics of coding with 11 progressively challenging projects based on Google Blockly's easy drag-and-drop visual programming language. PiperCode helps kids gain confidence through accomplishing tangible, physical tasks through coding.
CREATED FOR KIDS AGES 8+: Built to be simple enough for beginners so that once kids learn the foundations they can advance to more challenging coding projects. Once your child is ready, they can progress to the pre-loaded Python programming language ensuring years of use and fun!
NEW & IMPROVED: Piper Computer Kit 2 features an integrated build-it-yourself speaker and amplifier, graphics explode on the screen with the new 9” monitor with a 1024x600 screen resolution, re-engineered structure for multi-rebuilds, reusable carrying case and more educational coding challenges than ever before!

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Studies have shown that kids engage more when they learn with hands-on projects. The Piper Computer Kit is an experience for creation and discovery, not a toy for consumption. Piper builds confidence and introduces worlds for exploration, while making screen time learning time. The Piper Computer Kit was engineered to help kids construct meaning in STEAM by using all of their senses with do-it-yourself assembly, physical electronic wiring challenges, and hands-on coding projects. The Piper Computer Kit includes everything your child needs to build a fully functioning computer from start to finish. When they’ve finished the construction phase, kids learn circuitry by completing challenges in a minecraft-inspired story mode. Next, kids learn the basics of coding and progress through increasingly more challenging projects based on Google Blockly’s easy drag-and-drop visual programming language. With Piper, kids are taught how computers work and how to code in a fun, tangible way that builds confidence for a lifetime of success with technology.

Piper Computer, Piper Computer Kit, Ages 8+, Assembled Kit, STEM Toy


BUILD Includes a set of blueprints with step-by-step instructions on how to build a working computer. Piper engages kids in a building experience with laser-cut wooden parts, a Raspberry Pi microcomputer, and a collection of electronic wires and equipment.	ENGAGE Once the computer is built, kids progress to a series of engaging challenges using Minecraft Raspberry Pi Edition teaching them valuable problem-solving skills. They make their way through a secret mission as they attach each wire and connect each electronic component.	CODE PiperCode based on Google Blockly's easy drag-and-drop visual programming language is an effective way to teach coding in a tangible way. PiperCode comes with 11 progressively challenging projects to help kids gain confidence through accomplishing physical tasks through coding.	CREATE Once they learn the foundations kids are ready to experiment with creative computing. Using PiperCode they can code and create their own projects. It is also pre-loaded with Python for when your kids are ready for an advanced programming language.

Raspberry Pi 3 Model B. 1GB RAM. 1.2 GHz Quad Core 64 bit CPU
9” LCD display with HDMI cable
7800mAh rechargeable battery
Integrated speaker with amplifier and external volume control
16GB MicroSD card including 20+ Piper 3D Story Mode levels, Piper Code projects, and more
Software updating capabilities (requires WIFI connection)
USB Mouse
Micro USB charging cable and wall charger
20+ electronic components including breadboards, buttons, switches, LED lights, buzzers, and 25 jumper wires
8 square foot laminated blueprint with visuals for assembly
25+ laser-etched wooden and acrylic pieces
50+ hardware pieces
Phillips-head screwdriver

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Edition:Piper Computer Kit 2

Product Dimensions

113.8 x 65.3 x 37.8 inches

Item Weight

3.25 pounds

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5.15 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

ASIN

B07HPFF3KC

Manufacturer recommended age

8 - 13 years

Batteries

1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)

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#1,405 in Kids' Electronics

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Brian M. Lew

A decent STEM product that needs refining

Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2018

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The Piper Computer kit is a bit larger than other kits out there, but does include elements that other kits don't. The approach is good for kids and the hands on building of the kit is good for teaching how to follow instructions, use tools, and patience just to name a few. Building instructions are straight forward and fun, but, some components need thought as to which goes first (if you connect a section, the other might need to connect first or you need to take it apart). Packing could be better and I was surprised that the battery pack, cables/cords, buttons, and the Pi itself were not in anti-static bags or no desiccant as well. The micro-sd card was loaded into the Pi, which should be shipped separately and protected. Our SD card didn't work right off the bat; the OS would not load and there is no place online to download the OS. The power cord didn't work either, had to use a spare I had laying around. We are missing parts too; the kids tried to continue a section of the game and it required parts, that were not included in the box. It is a fun and easy interface for the kids to use, the interaction, use of the software and physical buttons/ wires is great, but missing/non working parts hampers the experience.

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We sold our 2010 $2000 TV for $60!

Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2018

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I'm sick of my kids watching garbage so we decided to move across the street from a library and I bought them coding kits including the Piper Computer Kit. Kim Kardashian is not doing anything for the world.

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Daniel Werner

Build, Create, and Enjoy!

Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2018

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I have two boys, 8 & 11, who decided to take on the Piper Computer Kit. My boys were able to build the computer with ease. It took them about 2-3 straight hours of working on it and did not want to stop for dinner or bedtime because it was so fun. The instructions included were self-explanatory and they required no help from me or from the tech support offered by the company. They offer real phone numbers and chat services if you do have questions at any point, they are there as a lifeline. The game included with it is similar to Minecraft so for the kids, it was fairly intuitive. The story mode associated with it took them about 2 hours to complete so it is not overly challenging but they absolutely loved it and said the graphics were better than Minecraft. As for coding, there seems to be nothing super challenging at first glance. It includes 11 different tutorial games to create different programs/functions. If your child already has some coding experience, I don’t see anything here that challenges them beyond simple commands and introductory coding. For beginners, then the Piper Computer is well suited for learning through hands-on experience. Now, you have the opportunity to do your own coding and create your own things; you just have to have motivated kids who want to think and try some things on their own. The screen is a good size and the input is HDMI so even if they want to take a break from the computer, they can plug in other items, like our Raspberry Pi emulator. There is a web browser in the computer so they can access the Internet but you’ll need a keyboard which isn’t included. My son used his Kano keyboard from another computer build project. Between Kano and the Piper, both boys said they definitely prefer the Piper as it is more fun, interactive, and offers more opportunities. Considering both are about the same price, I would definitely choose this. Those boys definitely feel pride and ownership in their computer knowing they built it all by themselves and enjoy showing their friends what they can do with it.

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S Shankar

Excellent gadget for kids. Love it!

Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2018

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My son loves to build gadgets and is super creative. I've been looking for the right gadgets to buy for him for a while now and found Piper through extensive research. The kit is just brilliant! It is exactly something I was looking for. I wanted something which would be more outcome-driven and sustainable fun for hours together. This is just that.

It was as exciting for me, as my 7-year-old to unpack the box and assemble the entire computer. It was a wonderful experience building from scratch and my son just enjoyed it!

He learnt to program the switches, buttons, etc. all on his own. While I was supervising his work, my help wasn't required all that much, apart from clarifying instructions at times. There were blueprints to help out and overall was not over-complicated for a 7 year old. I would say its medium complexity for a 7-year old.

The overall kit had high quality components which just come together like a beautiful puzzle. There is even a mini-mouse!

Overall the steps are quite intuitive and they involve building the "controller box" and the power-ups for storing the mouse, etc. Finally, installing the Raspberry Pi 3 board and then putting together all the enclosures. The LCD display thankfully is pre-built. Now for hours of mine-craft and fantastic projects! I'll soon update my review with the cool projects :-)

If you're looking for a fantastic project for your child that encourages critical thinking and problem solving, along with developing their engineering skills, look no further!

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