Robots, Robots, Robots

This kit explores basic concepts in robotics.

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Age Range

6+  |  Kindergarten+

 

Contents

  • 1 Artie 3000 robot
  • 1 Boxer robot
  • 2 Cubelets sets
  • 1 Sphero Mini robot (blue)
  • 3 Kindle Fire HD10 tablets with apps installed
  • Resource Binder

 

Artie 3000

Artie 3000 is a WiFi-enabled drawing robot that draws whatever you code on any sheet of paper.  Control Artie 3000 with WiFi from a tablet or computer using one of the following built-in browser apps: Artie UI, Blockly, Javascript, Snap!, Point and Click, Python, and Remote Control. Artie 3000 also comes ready to draw with preprogrammed designs, shapes, and games.

Age Range

7+

Contents

  • 1 Artie 3000 robot (includes 4 AA batteries)
  • 4 Colored markers
  • Quick-start guide (included in kit; PDF and video available online)
  • Requires:
    • Artie User Interface (UI) – access on a computer or one of the provided Kindle Fire HD10 tablets by typing local.CodeWithArtie.com in the search browser
    • Copy paper – 8.5" x 11" or larger (no gloss)
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Boxer

Boxer is a tiny robot with a big personality that displays a range of emotions including happy, sad, grumpy, and even sleepy. Interact with him in multiple ways: use the remove control to race Boxer around and do tricks; use the 10 activity cards to play games like Bot Bowling, Paddle Bot, or Go Kart; or use your hands to interact with him.

Age Range

6+

Contents

  • 1 Boxer A.I. Robot
  • 10 Game Activating Feature Cards
  • IR Remote Control
  • Interactive Ball Accessory
  • USB Charging Cable

 

Cubelets

Cubelets are small, magnetic blocks that use Tactile Coding to help builders of nearly any age explore robotics, coding, and more. Uniquely designed, they are little bundles of software inside little bundles of hardware. As you build a robot, you learn to build a program. It’s a fun and fascinating way to introduce big ideas through play.

Age Range

4+

Contents

  • 18 Cubelets
    • 2 Battery Cubelets (1 rechargeable and 1 battery powered)
    • 1 Bluetooth Cubelet
    • 3 Drive Cubelets
    • 2 Flashlight Cubelets
    • 1 Rotate Cubelet
    • 3 Distance Cubelets
    • 2 Brightness Cubelets
    • 1 Inverse Cubelet
    • 1 Blocker Cubelet
    • 2 Passive Cubelets
  • 2 LEGO Brick Adapters
  • 1 USB Charging Cord
  • 1 Battery Charger
  • Challenge Cards
Additional Resources Available Online

 

Ozobot Bit

Ozobot Bit is a pocket-sized robot that doesn't require a computer or tablet to empower creativity and coding. Simply draw lines, and Bit uses its sensors to follow those lines. This bot is packed with tech, including optical sensors for detecting lines and color codes, an LED light, a strong polhcarbonate shell, and a rechargeable LiPo battery.

Age Range

6+

Contents include

  • Ozobot Bit robot
  • 4 Color Code markers
  • Experience Pack
  • Quick Start Guide
  • USB charging cable

 

Sphero Mini

Sphero Mini packs tons of fun into a tiny, app-enabled robotic ball. Drive, play games, learn to code, and more. The Sphero Edu app empowers anyone to program their Mini. Draw paths, use Scratch blocks, or write your own JavaScript text programs. Use actions, controls, operators, and more to give your bot the orders.

Age Range

8+

Contents

  • 1 Sphero Mini robot
  • Micro USB charging cord
  • 3 Mini traffic cones
  • 6 Mini bowling pins
  • Carrying case
  • Apps installed on Kindle Fire HD10 tablets
    • Sphero Edu
    • Sphero Play

 

This STEM Kit was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

 

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