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Step Counter

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Turn your micro:bit into a step counter (or pedometer) to help you track how active you are - and learn some coding at the same time!

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Add a Tech Twist	Optional: If you do not have a micro:bit device, you can still create the code and observe an online model using the MakeCode simulator.
Hints for uses in your library	This is a great activity to tie into health and wellness programs.
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Originating Source	BBC micro:bit .
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