Getting your STEM skills up to speed is now easier than ever with Microduino's mCookie. These Arduino-compatible electronics kits make building mini machines a snap -- literally -- with magnetic connectors and interlocking pins that match up with LEGO blocks. The mCookie family of DIY modules, sensors and accessories was Kickstarted back in 2015 and began shipping to consumers at the end of the year. Now anyone can pick up one of the various kits (Basic, Advanced or Expert) and assemble projects like a music box, voice-activated camera, paw-waving fortune cat and more. Microduino also offers additional components to expand the possibilities to keep pace with your imagination. This week, one lucky reader will win a Family Kit (including all three mCookie sets) to launch their smart-machine-making career. Just head down to the Rafflecopter widget below for up to three chances at winning.

Winner: Congratulations to Robin B. of Chico, CA!

Getting your STEM skills up to speed is now easier than ever with Microduino's mCookie. These Arduino-compatible electronics kits make building mini machines a snap -- literally -- with magnetic connectors and interlocking pins that match up with LEGO blocks. The mCookie family of DIY modules, sensors and accessories was Kickstarted back in 2015 and began shipping to consumers at the end of the year. Now anyone can pick up one of the various kits (Basic, Advanced or Expert) and assemble projects like a music box, voice-activated camera, paw-waving fortune cat and more. Microduino also offers additional components to expand the possibilities to keep pace with your imagination. This week, one lucky reader will win a Family Kit (including all three mCookie sets) to launch their smart-machine-making career. Just head down to the Rafflecopter widget below for up to three chances at winning.

Winner: Congratulations to Robin B. of Chico, CA!

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Are you interested in starting out with Arduino but don’t know which kit to get? Check out the Microcontroller Quick Launch Pack from the Maker Shed! It’s the perfect “in between” kit for Arduino. This bundle includes a few more components than the Getting Started with Arduino Kit (like a Maker Shield) but not nearly as many as the Ultimate Microcontroller Pack (making it cost less.) So if you have been stuck “in-between” kits for a while, you’ve found the solution!

Pack Includes:

• Arduino Uno Rev. 3
• Maker Shield
• Mintronics Survival Pack
• Jumper Wires
• Transparent Solderless Breadboard
• Getting Started with Arduino 2nd Edition PDF

Are you a tinkerer that would like to get into microcontrollers but wants to do more than simply get started? The Maker Shed’s Ultimate Microcontroller Pack includes what you need to get started and to grow with microcontollers. The 100+ components include everything from servos to an LCD screen, plenty to keep you busy without having to source individual parts. Everyone from beginners to advanced users will appreciate all that the Ultimate Microcontroller Pack offers. It’s available with Arduino, Netduino, and without a microcontroller, just in case you already have one. It really is the ultimate parts assortment!

Don’t want to pay for shipping? Check your local RadioShack for availability!