CircuitMess CircuitPet - CLOSEOUT
- Grades: 6+
 - Number of Students: 1-2
 - Number of Lessons: 1 build
 - Contact Hours: 4
 - Additional Resources: Product Brochure, Creator's Booklet, Build Guides/Lessons
 
CLOSEOUT NOTICE: This product is limited to quantities on hand. Once current inventory has been sold this item will no longer be available through STEMfinity.
PLEASE NOTE: This product requires a soldering kit to assemble. Soldering kit sold separately. Please see the CircuitMess Took Pack here.
Highlights:
Build & Code Your Own Handheld Virtual Pet
CircuitPet is a DIY virtual pet similar to Tamagotchi. Like any other pet, you can play with it, take care of it, love it and help it grow!
How Does It Work?
- Follow the online tutorials and assemble your CircuitPet
 - Learn about real-time clocks and low-power technology
 - Play with, take care of, and love your virtual pet duck
 - Hook CircuitPet to a computer and code it
 
Always On
Unlike other pets, you can take a break from CircuitPet. But even a digital pet can break down if you leave it without love for too long. Don't let your duckie rust! Check in every once in a while to make sure it has everything it needs to be happy.
6 Preloaded Mini-games
- Collect XP with fun minigames
 - Keep your pet happy
 - Keep the rest away
 - Level up your character
 
Bring Your Digital Pet To Life
Maybe Galileo discovered what planets look like, but your Duckileo has even bigger dreams! This brave robot duck is on a mission to discover the whole universe.
Help him achieve his dreams by playing custom games to level up and launch him into the stars. Watch him become an astronaut & boldly waddle where no duck has waddled before!
Easy-to-Follow Instructions
- Anatomy Guide: Learn about parts that make CircuitPet work
 - Build guide: Step-by-step guide with 100+ photos
 - Usage guide: Tips & tricks on how to use CircuitPet
 - Coding guide: Beginner-friendly with detailed instructions
 
Curriculum or Lesson Topics:
Build CircuitPet and Learn STEM Skills
Hardware Skills:
- Soldering & hardware assembly
 - RTC (real-time clocks)
 - Microcomputers and other electronic components
 - TFT LCD displays
 
Coding Skills:
- Coding in C++ & CircuitBlocks
 - Low power & always-on technology
 - Embedded programming
 - Video game mechanics
 
What’s Included:
- Main circuit board
 - Acrylic casing
 - Lanyard
 - Pushbuttons
 - Metal bolts
 - Brass spacers
 - RGB LED
 - Piezo buzzer
 - Li-Po Battery
 - Female pin header
 - Male pin header
 - Display board
 
PLEASE NOTE: This product requires a soldering kit to assemble. Soldering kit sold separately. Please see the CircuitMess Took Pack here.
Additional Information and Resources:
Special Notes and Considerations:
⚠WARNING:
CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
PLEASE NOTE: This product requires a soldering kit to assemble. Soldering kit sold separately. Please see the CircuitMess Took Pack here.
PLEASE NOTE: This product is intended for users age 11+. Make sure to have an adult present to help with the assembly process. It's okay to ask for help!