I have a Kano computer and they are a lot of fun, and actually can be used as an everyday computer, if you aren't looking for blazing speed. It comes with a wireless keyboard/trackpad, a Raspberry Pi 3 (with Wifi and Bluetooth built-in), speaker and amp, a microSD card with Kano's custom Linux OS, a case, and all the cables you need. The only thing it needs is an HDMI monitor. It comes with a lot of excellent custom software, including apps that teach you how to program in Python. Amazon is selling it for [amazon_link asins='B073VTCS66' template='PriceLink' store='boingboing' marketplace='US' link_id='6384e6fb-6471-4df9-b687-408ad05f62c5'], which is less than you'll pay if you buy the components individually.
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