<\/a> <\/p>\nSome Dual lock velcro works perfectly for this and it’s what I have done to secure some of the parts that are floating around. I have noticed some other people online using double-sided tape but this can become messy if you need to remove an item. Dual Lock Velcro is fantastic.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/h2>\nPiper Minecraft Computer Kit – Product Features and Specifications\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\nThe Piper Computer Kit contains the following parts:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\nHandcrafted laser-cut 24 pieces wooden computer case with an HD LCD display\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nA fully functioning Raspberry Pi 3 Quad Core computer system\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nElectronic gadgets\u2014including, LED lights, buzzers buttons, switches, cables, and sensors\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nIt contains 1 Lithium-ion battery,\u00a0<\/span>6000\u00a0mAh\u00a0power\u00a0bank that comes with\u00a0cables\u00a0for screen connection.<\/li>\nLarge laminated blueprint instructions\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nA small 2-button, scroll wheel USB mouse with a retractable cable.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nAn\u00a0SD\u00a0Memory Card with\u00a08 GB worth of memory\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nMinecraft preinstalled on the custom Raspberry Pi edition\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n3 Electronic breadboards<\/li>\n 9 Switches and 25 jumper cables.<\/li>\n 6 Buttons and 5 LED lights<\/li>\n 2 Piezo buzzers<\/li>\n And a Piper Philips head red screwdriver!\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe Piper Computer Kit has the following specifications:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n\n1 GB RAM\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nA 1200 MHz Quadcore CPU\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n1 Raspberry Pi 3 Project Board\u00a0with 4 USB ports for expansion.<\/span><\/li>\nWiFi\u00a0enabled\u00a0so you can\u00a0<\/span>Download new levels\u00a0and sharing capabilities\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nWeighs 4.5 pounds\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nHas dimensions of 15.5 x 10.5 x 3 inches\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nWhy I like it\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\nAdmittedly, I like the Piper kid’s computer kit more and more each day. I\u2019ve tried finding reasons not to\u2026 but I think I\u2019ll put that over in the next section! Below are my main reasons for enjoying it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nChallenges my children the right way\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nWhen using the Piper Raspberry pi laptop kit<\/span>, it\u2019s best to let the kids do the work by themselves. If they\u2019ve never had any exposure to electrical parts\u00a0or reading blueprints, they may need some guidance or direction. However, your child gets to build his\/her confidence by completing each challenge by their own\u2014guided or unguided\u2014effort.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nEach level in the Minecraft game lets them add the included extra components to their Piper computer. They can’t complete the level without adding these extra sensors or LED lights.<\/p>\n
A fun way to learn about computers\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nThey may not realize it, but Piper allows children to learn the fundamental concepts of computer hardware and software. The child may look at it as a different way to play Minecraft, but they are already subconsciously learning what makes a computer work.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nGrows with your child\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nThe kit can be customized to your child\u2019s needs. Does he\/she want to access the internet? Watch cartoons? The Raspberry Pi has preloaded software available for you and your child to tinker and experiment with. Even better, you can upload other programming software to it, thanks to the USB plug.\u00a0Want to try\u00a0another programming language? All you need is to plug in a keyboard via the USB port, and you\u2019re good to go!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThe complexity of Piper depends on how advanced your child is.\u00a0Although Piper is quite a bare-bones kind of PC, it\u2019s a great investment for a child. It\u2019s the gift that keeps on giving. The Piper Raspberry pi children’s kit uses LINUX as its operating system and don’t worry, it’s very user-friendly and looks much like Windows 10 or below.<\/span><\/p>\nHow to Use your Piper computer for the first time\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\nTurning it on\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\nConnect the\u00a0power\u00a0bank\u00a0to the Raspberry Pi.\u00a0(Best to fully charge it up the first time)<\/span><\/li>\nPress the power button on the\u00a0power\u00a0bank\u00a0firmly once. Your screen should turn on and the Raspberry Pi 3 will boot up. It will only take a few seconds. Yep, it’s that fast.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\nTurning it off\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\nFirmly press the power button on the\u00a0power\u00a0bank\u00a0once.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\nChecking the battery level of your power bank\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n\nTo turn on the LED, quickly tap the power button.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nTo turn the LED off, quickly tap the power button again until the light goes out.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\nFrequently Asked Questions\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nIs the Piper Computer Kit good for one use? Can I disassemble and re-assemble?<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThe Piper Computer Kit\u00a0can be disassembled and\u00a0re-assemble as many times as you want.\u00a0\u00a0Each piece is robust and can handle the physical conditions each rebuild takes, ensuring they last many cycles of assembling and disassembling.\u00a0This makes\u00a0every rebuilding experience a unique adventure for both parent and child.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWhat can the Piper Raspberry Pi computer kit do, aside from playing Minecraft?<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThe Piper Computer Kit\u2019s Raspberry Pi configuration allows Minecraft to be brought up automatically. However, as the kit is customizable you can alter it to function like a Linux box. This allows you to access the internet!<\/p>\n
Its a great learning experience for the little ones!\u00a0But like any online connected device please be aware of what your children may be viewing online, or who they may be talking to.<\/span><\/p>\nWhat programming language does the kit use?<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThe Piper Computer Kit uses Python as its programming language. This is built right into the system, as the kit is essentially a Raspberry Pi with preloaded software. Use it as you would use any other Raspberry Pi.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nCan the kit be used for older kids (ages 11-13)?<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThis depends on the child\u2019s familiarity with electronics. If the child hasn\u2019t had any exposure to computer hardware and the concepts it takes to get a computer up and running, then this kit will surely be a good fit and will teach your child heaps. It also helps if they\u2019re Minecraft fans!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nDoes the kit have a warranty?<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nYes! Purchasing this DIY Piper Computer Kit comes with a one-year warranty from the date of purchase.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0There is also an email help address included in the kit if anything is missing or does not work they will send out a replacement straight away.<\/span><\/p>\nPiper Raspberry Pi Computer Kit Conclusion <\/h2>\n One of the inspirations of this\u00a0build your own computer kit<\/span>s birth is the impact of technology on our generation and the rewards that come with it. I have wanted to provide educational toys to my children so that they learn while they play and it’s great to expose them to amazing technology every day. Whether it\u2019s smartphones and tablets or computers, today\u2019s technology is simply amazing.<\/p>\nMany children want to create something that’s magical but when tech-related opportunities come up they become intimidated. This is because most kids don\u2019t understand how computers work. Piper wants to change that.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nI have found my children more engaging now when they use a computer as they know the work that has gone into making a computer from scratch. They know about Light-emitting diodes, switches, buzzers, batteries, and most of all respect for a computer they helped to build.<\/p>\n
I greatly enjoyed helping my children make it, and I believe that it\u2019s a great investment for everything it gives back in return: it builds confidence, encourages creativity and learning, and brings out the curious in every child. It doesn\u2019t hurt to know that parents and children can bond with it too. For all it\u2019s worth, I believe every child should have one of these kits. Let\u2019s bring up a generation of future innovators one DIY kit at a time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Piper Computer Kit is an award-winning computer building kit designed with teaching children about building computers and playing with simple electronics. I was looking for a raspberry pi stem kit for my kids and came across\u00a0Piper’s wooden computer. A quick history on Piper, they started their mission to empower future inventors\u00a0by putting their kit […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2931,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8,270],"tags":[219,359,358],"yoast_head":"\n
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