The PICAXE-18 Starter Pack contains everything needed to begin programming and experimenting with 18-pin PICAXE microcontrollers. Simply add the 18-pin PICAXE chip of your choice and you're ready to go.

Kit Includes:

1x PICAXE-18 Project Board
1x USB Download Cable
1x 4.5 Volt Battery Box
1x Battery snap

Resources:

PICAXE Manual Part 1 - Getting Started (.pdf)
PICAXE Manual Part 2 - BASIC Commands (.pdf)
PICAXE Manual Part 3 - Interfacing Circuits (.pdf)
Programming Editor (.exe)