Kano Computer Kit Touch – Build Your Own Tablet

The Kano Computer Kit Touch empowers kids to build their own 10″ touchscreen tablet while learning about computer hardware, coding, and digital creativity. This award-winning kit combines hands-on building with comprehensive coding education through engaging apps and creative projects.

Key Features

• Build Your Own Tablet – Assemble a real 10″ touchscreen computer from components
• No Tools Required – Simple snap-together assembly with clear instructions
• Touchscreen Display – Responsive 10″ HD touchscreen for interactive learning
• Coding Education – Learn programming through games, art, and music creation
• Creative Applications – Make art, music, games, and interactive stories
• Raspberry Pi Powered – Real computer running custom Kano OS
• WiFi Connectivity – Internet access for learning and sharing projects
• Kid-Safe Environment – Curated apps and safe online community
• Progress Tracking – Badges and achievements for learning milestones

What You’ll Build & Learn

• Computer Assembly – Understand how computers work by building one
• Coding Fundamentals – JavaScript, Python, and visual programming
• Digital Art – Create pixel art and animations
• Music Production – Compose electronic music and sound effects
• Game Development – Design and code your own video games

What’s Included

• 10″ HD touchscreen display
• Raspberry Pi compute module
• Speaker and camera module
• Wireless keyboard
• All assembly components and cables
• Kano OS with pre-loaded apps
• Step-by-step storybook building guide

Technical Specifications

• Display: 10.1″ HD touchscreen (1280×800 resolution)
• Processor: Raspberry Pi Compute Module 3+
• RAM: 1GB LPDDR2
• Storage: 8GB eMMC flash storage
• Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1
• Camera: 2MP front-facing camera
• Audio: Built-in speaker and microphone
• Battery: 6+ hours typical use
• Operating System: Kano OS (Linux-based)

Coding & Creative Apps

✓ Kano Code – Visual programming with real code output ✓ Make Art – Pixel art creation and animation tools ✓ Make Music – Digital music composition and mixing ✓ Terminal Quest – Learn command line through adventure game ✓ Minecraft – Educational edition with coding modifications

Educational Benefits

• Computer Literacy – Understand hardware and software relationships
• Programming Skills – Real coding languages and concepts
• Problem Solving – Debug code and troubleshoot technical issues
• Creative Expression – Art, music, and game creation tools
• Digital Citizenship – Safe online interaction and sharing

Assembly Experience

• Guided Building – Illustrated storybook with clear instructions
• Component Recognition – Learn to identify computer parts
• Safe Assembly – No tools required, completely child-safe
• Understanding Function – See how each part contributes to operation
• Confidence Building – Successfully build a real computer

Learning Progression

• Assembly – Build understanding through physical construction
• Basic Operation – Learn to navigate and use the computer
• Creative Tools – Explore art, music, and storytelling apps
• Coding Introduction – Visual programming leading to text code
• Advanced Projects – Independent creative and technical projects

Community & Sharing

• Safe Online Community – Share projects with other young makers
• Project Gallery – Browse and remix other users’ creations
• Challenges – Weekly coding and creative challenges
• Family Sharing – Parents can view and celebrate progress
• Global Classroom – Connect with learners worldwide

Kano Computer Kit Touch – Build Your Own Tablet