Have you ever wanted to build your own computer but never knew where to begin? Now's your chance! With the award-winning Kano Computer Kit and simple story book you’ll not only build your own powerful computer, you’ll bring it to life!
With simple steps and playful projects you'll learn how to code art, music, apps, games and more. It’s a fun way to make, play, and express your creativity with technology -- built and coded by you.
Kano's kit comes with 10 plug-and-play components including:
Raspberry Pi 3 computer
wireless keyboard
programmable light ring
custom case
power and HDMI cables
memory card
USB power supply
and an illustrated story book and 2 sheets of stickers and case cards.
No prior knowledge is needed, and the Kano Book -- a step-by-step storybook -- is provided to help guide you.
The kit provides an introduction to various programming languages including Python and Javascript. Kids can learn Python through "Kano Blocks" by making Minecraft and Pong, and can dive into the world of Linux by going on a Terminal Quest and by making Snake.
Some children between 6-8 years old may require parental supervision when reading the Kano Book and assembling the Computer Kit components. Children 8 years and older are proven to be quite self sufficient on their Kano!
Computer Board: Raspberry Pi 3
RAM: 1GB
Connectivity:
4 USB ports
802.11n Wireless LAN
Bluetooth
Ethernet Port
HDMI
Processor: 1.2GHz quad Cortex A53 - 64bit
Graphics: 400MHz VideoCore IV
Keyboard:
15m wireless Radio Frequency
10m Bluetooth operating range
40h battery life
Dimensions: 250mm x 88mm x 17mm / 9.75" x 3.45" x 0.67"
Weight: 197g / 0.434 lbs
Operating System:
Kano OS Beta 3.0 (Linux)
Stand alone app store and dozens of apps
Create using Python, Ruby, Coffeescript, Bash and more
Create up to 10 different user accounts
Compatible with HDMI Screens. May work with DVI and VGA, but will require a Pi View adapter.
Plus
Are you interested in understanding how a screen works? Here's a great way to learn by making one of your very own!
The Kano Screen Kit is a portable, playful HD display that you build yourself. It’s a new make-it-yourself moment, to demystify the display, and take Kano portable. A creative way to learn for kids and big kids, the Screen Kit has a unique modular design. It's also perfect if you're just looking to complete your Computer Kit. No prior knowledge is needed, and the Kano Book -- a step-by-step storybook -- is provided to help guide you.
Kit includes:
1280 x 800, 720p, 10.1" LCD screen
Stand
Button board + wafer cable
HDMI cable
Power cable
Storybook
Some children between 6-8 years old may require parental supervision when reading the Kano Book and assembling the Screen Kit components. Children 8 years and older are proven to be quite self sufficient on their Kano!
Resolution:
10.1" LCD HDMI Screen
1280 x 800, 720p (scales to 1080p) 150 PPI
Compatibility:
HDMI Compatible with any device at home
Screen Dimensions (assembled): 260mm x 180mm x 30mm / 10.25" x 7" x 1.1"
Screen Weight (assembled): 665g / 1.466 lbs
Includes lifetime care via Kano (receipt available)