Kids can have fun while learning with Raspberry Pi projects. One particularly fun project for kids is making their very own Raspberry Pi-powered Whoopi cushion, developed by the Raspberry Pi Foundation. The instructions for this project are available for free on the organization’s website.

This project has a do-it-yourself feel to it, as it primarily uses commonly found household items. It requires a Raspberry Pi, SD card, crocodile clip cables, pin-to-socket jumper leads, a speaker, paper plates, cardboard, aluminum foil, glue, scissors, a sponge, paper clips, and tape. The setup involves Python coding, but the instructions are readily available through the Raspberry Pi Foundation site. The process is easy to understand and provides a clear walkthrough.

The project works by attaching foil squares onto the cardboard as contacts to complete a circuit and then using the leads to signal the Raspberry Pi to play pre-downloaded sounds to the speaker. One great aspect is the ability to program virtually any sound, offering a wide range of options beyond traditional Whoopi cushion noises.