The Arduino Science Kit R3 and Arduino Science Journal app introduce a completely new and engaging way to bring physics theories to life in your classroom.
The all-in-one design offers multiple sensors and components. The kit helps transform abstract concepts into real-world applications.
Students gain a deeper understanding of physics principles while having fun. Physics principles leap off the page into action through this innovative kit.
The Kit comes in a handy storage box, along with an Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect, the new Arduino Science Carrier R3 with a wide ecosystem of sensors embedded, and all the parts needed to assemble and carry out the experiments. You will only need to add some easy-to-find household items to keep experimenting, and a mobile device to log your data. You will have full access to our exclusive online content platform.
It is required to install the Science Journal app to work with the kit. The app is free and compatible with Android and iOS operating systems.
No, you don’t need any prior coding experience. The Nano RP2040 Connect is preloaded with a sketch to run your experiments straight out-of-the-box! You think about science, we’ll do the rest.
The Science Kit R3 is currently available in English. More languages will be added.
The kit doesn’t require assembly. The Nano RP2040 Connect and Science Carrier R3 contain most sensors on board.
You can find the URL course.arduino.cc/explore-physics of the experiments under the lid of the Science Kit R3 box.
Yes, the Science Kit R3 requires the use of an external power source. You can use the computer as a power source also you may want to use a portable power bank (like the one used for charging your phone or tablet) or the JST connector to run remote experiments. Four AA batteries are required (not included in the kit).
The Science Kit R3 is designed for middle and high school students.
This kit has been designed specifically for science and physics teachers interested in bringing an inquiry-based and hands-on approach to their classroom. The kit is currently aligned with:
Explore the Curriculum map here
You can access the online content with Windows 10 or higher, Linux, macOS, and Chrome.
You can install and run the Science Journal app with Chrome OS, Android, and iOS.
Yes, the Science Kit R3 is compatible with the Science Journal app for Android and iOS.
Of course you can! The Nano RP2040 Connect included in the kit is like any other regular Arduino board that you can use for many great projects. Learn more about the tech specs of this board here
You can retrieve the original sketch by searching for the library "Arduino_ScienceKitCarrier" in the Arduino Library Manager in either the offline Arduino IDE or the Arduino Web Editor.
FREE Course: Explore Physics
How many lessons are included in the kit?
The kit includes access to a Getting Started guide and 10 hands-on physics experiments.
The hands-on experiments are approximately 90 minutes long. You may want to allocate some additional time for results analysis and discussion in a follow-up class.
We have worked with educators and subject experts to select activities related to:
No, you don’t. These activities can be run independently, however we recommend you get acquainted with the kit by using the ‘Getting Started’ first.
Science Journal app System Requirements: Android OS 5 or higher, Chrome OS System supporting Android Apps, and iOS 12 or higher. You will also need a working internet connection.
Science Kit R3 is ideally suited for two students.
No, you don’t. This kit includes plug-and-play modules or banana plug leads. No wiring, breadboards or soldering is required.
Yes, this kit is compatible with Google Classroom. You can share the activities using the Classroom’s button.
Sure! This kit can be used in both formal and informal education settings.
- Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect
- Arduino Science Carrier R3
- Embedded sensors: