mTiny

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mTiny

Early childhood education robot.

 

Official website:

https://www.makeblock.com/mtiny

 

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About 130 Euros per item

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The continuously updated mTiny toolkit also fosters children’s interest in learning in math, English, music, and other subjects, and keeps them inspired.

Tap Pen Controller is a coding tool that exercises children’s logical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Age 4+

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AELOS 1S

AELOS 1S

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AELOS 1S

AELOS 1S is humanoid robot with some excellent features and specifications. The robot looks like those robots which are found in science fiction movies like Robocop, Transformer etc.

 

Official website:

http://www.lejurobot.com/aelos-1s/

 

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Leju developed two apps for controlling AELOS 1S:

  1. AELOS 1S app for direct control
  2. AELOS STEM for block-specific programming

AELOS 1S app is for realizing the basic control so that users can experience the fun of a humanoid robot.

To make AELOS more potential and logically rich, there is AELOS STEM. By using this app, you can program the robot yourself. The AELOS STEM is also divided into three sections: the explorer, the new project and my project. For ideal programming enlightenment, AELOS STEM uses Google’s complete visual programming language.

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Aelos 1s, is humanoid robot, is packed with fun and exciting features perfect for all the family to enjoy, not only does he move and dance but can hold boxing matches and even play football. However, he is really teaching about programming, tutoring in the basics of robot operation.

It has no dedicated YouTube channel but there are a lot of separated videos, like this one:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hODbWsINiEw

Info for teachers:

This robot is a perfect choice for the age group of 9-15 years.

To educate the children of tomorrow, provided APP based on Google’s Blockly programming language for children to learn Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Aelos is not only a toy but an expert teacher!

 

Supports learning Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. It is suitable for cultivating logical thinking and hands-on skill.

Scratch, Python, Javascript (incl. Blockly library) plus many other languages.

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Airblock

Airblock

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Airblock

A transformable, flying robot, made especially for children.

 

Official website:

https://www.makeblock.com/steam-kits/airblock

 

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Airblock is made up of 1 core master module, and 6 power modules. Connect them magnetically to quickly build an aircraft, a hovercraft or a variety of other DIY configurations. All Airblock modules have an innovative magnetic design. Assemble with a single touch and you’re ready to fly.

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Via the MakeBlock coding app, children can control their robot with instructions they program themselves. They will be learning to program and create at the same time, through play.

Yes, makex robotics competitions http://www.makex.io/en

$99 per item

Info for teachers:

Guiding creativity

There are numerous examples of construction and play on the Makeblock App. They are all specially designed to guide children as they begin the creative process, practice different skills, master them, and start creating independently.

Programming Guide

Detailed software instructions allow children to easily get to grips with programming and exercise their logical thinking. Using the systematic methods they can attempt to solve everyday problems with programming.

 

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Whilst they play, children can learn block-based programming, the principles of aerodynamics, exercise logic and use their critical thinking skills.

Scratch based block programming.

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Alpha 1 Ubtech

Alpha 1 Ubtech

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Alpha 1 Ubtech

Alpha 1 Pro offers a game that introduces various types of programming knowledge at each level. Users can master programming step-by-step in the context of a fun game.

 

Official website:

https://ubtrobot.com/pages/alpha

 

General decription:

Alpha 1 Pro App for iOS/Android/PC.

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$257.47 per item

Info for teachers:

This robot is a perfect choice for the age group of 6-14 years. Generally for beginners.

Alpha 1 pro a powerful addition to any STEM learning program (Windows and Mac OS)

 

It is suitable for cultivating logical, thinking and hands-on skill.

Alpha 1 Pro can be programmed with Blockly coding. Drag the existing code module in the app and adjust the parameters to program the robot’s actions. You can easily make the robot dance or perform unique martial arts.

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Arduino

Arduino

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Arduino

Arduino is an open-source electronics platform based on easy-to-use hardware and software.

 

Official website:

https://www.arduino.cc

 

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Many various options available at https://store.arduino.cc

Arduino is an open-source electronics platform based on easy-to-use hardware and software. Arduino boards are able to read inputs – light on a sensor, a finger on a button, or a Twitter message – and turn it into an output – activating a motor, turning on an LED, publishing something online. You can tell your board what to do by sending a set of instructions to the microcontroller on the board.

 

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Arduino is intended for anyone making interactive projects, irrespective of age or school level.

A worldwide community of makers – students, hobbyists, artists, programmers, and professionals – has gathered around this open-source platform, their contributions have added up to an incredible amount of accessible knowledge that can be of great help to novices and experts alike: http://forum.arduino.cc/

There’s also a whole Arduino Education portal with a wealth of resources for users: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Education

All STEM related subjects

Arduino programming language

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Bell Robot Kit

Bell Robot Kit

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Bell Robot Kit

Bell is an educational robot kit equipped with a full range of unique and comprehensive concepts aimed at developing and nurturing an interest in robotics, computer science and engineering.

 

Official website:

https://adamarobotics.com/products/bell

 

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Bell can be controlled remotely using the mobile app available both on the Android and Apple store. Bell’s mobile app has gravity mode, draw line mode and rocker mode.

You can Download the Bell Controller APP from here:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.robotics.bell&hl=en_IE

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£59.99 per item

Simplified and quick assembly program because of the various integrated components, which saves you time.

The whole assembly process of Bell is super quick and it takes approximately 10 minutes.

Info for teachers:

Primary school, Age 10+

You can download the Manuals from here: 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/13PPUr3MDauVTOXNj-iGaG5ESQQYZj07n/view?usp=sharing

In addition there is a series of video tutorials on:

  • What’s inside the box of Bell Robot Kit?
  • How to assemble the robot
  • How to control it with mobile app
  • LED Dot Matrix with Bell Robot
  • Buzzer Lesson
  • RGB Lights Lesson
  • IR Remote Control
  • Tracking Lesson
  • Measure the distance with Bell Robot

Bell teaches the user foundations and principles of robotics, computer science and engineering through its active involvement in learning approach.

Helps in teaching STEAM subjects:  Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics.

AdamaScript is a visual programming language based on Scratch 2.0 (Windows only), which makes programming more user friendly and teaches you computational thinking.

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Bioloid

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Bioloid

All-round robot kit for education/robot competitions/entertainment.

The Bioloid is an educational robot kit which helps you learn the basics of structures and principles of robot joints.

 

Official website:

http://www.robotis.us/bioloid-1/

 

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$1.199,00  per Bioloid Premium KIT

The Bioloid is an educational robot kit which helps you learn the basics of structures and principles of robot joints. And you can expand its application to the engineering, inverse kinematics, and kinetics.

It is also for hobbyists who enjoy building customized robots and is the most frequently used robot kit for various robot competitions.

A review in Swedish from Finland

 

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Info for teachers:

  • Secondary school / Age 15+
  • Intermediate and advanced levels
  • Everything is included with the kit
  • With Bioloid you can create any types of robots inspired by all living creatures.
  • Bio+ All + Droid = BIOLOID

 

Robotics, Mechanics, Electronics, English language, Science, Mathematics

RoboPlus

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Boe-Bot

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Boe-Bot

Build your own rolling robot with a BASIC Stamp 2 microcontroller brain! Just follow the clear, step-by-step instructions and illustrations with the included book, Robotics with the Boe-Bot. Great for high schools, colleges, hobbyists, it is also a good choice for the BSA Robotics Merit Badge.

 

Official website:

https://www.parallax.com/product/boe-bot-robot

 

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$ 199.00 per item

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Info for teachers:

Secondary school, Age 13+

https://www.exploringrobots.com/index.php/grade-levels/high-8-12/boe-bot-electronics-curriculum.html

 

Science, Technology,  Engineering, Mathematics, English language

BlocklyProp

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Botley

Botley

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Botley

The coding robot.

 

Official website:

https://www.learningresources.com/text/botley/index.html

 

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$79.99 per piece

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5+, Beginners

Coding cards, detachable arms, interactive obstacles, coding games and more – with 77-pieces, there are endless hours of fun to be had. So see what it can do because it’s always up for the challenge.

 

Supports learning Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)

By choosing  the right buttons and arrow Botley is programmed to move.

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BrickPi

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BrickPi

BrickPi is best for someone who already has LEGO MINDSTORMS sensors and motors. The BrickPi connects to the Raspberry Pi, and replaces the MINDSTORMS Brick (brain of MINDSTORMS system). If you don’t already have LEGO MINDSTORMS, check out our complete robot kit, the GoPiGo.

 

Official website:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/brickpi/

 

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https://m.me/dexterindustries?fbclid=IwAR1SX7DSYcKgN8HX579wzGM2XlnaRROrMfN5Qgy0f5wYUqbtzmbZ9jxFX3o

 $ 1,199.99 – BrickPi3 Classroom Kit

BrickPi is best for someone who already has LEGO MINDSTORMS sensors and motors. The BrickPi connects to the Raspberry Pi, and replaces the MINDSTORMS Brick (brain of MINDSTORMS system). If you don’t already have LEGO MINDSTORMS, check out our complete robot kit, the GoPiGo.

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Info for teachers:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/product-category/curriculum/

 

S.T.E.M., Engineering, 3D modelling, language, science, mathematics

Python, Scratch, or Java

Secondary School, Age 12+

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Calliope

Calliope

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Calliope

Fischertechnik Calliope teaches pupils, from Year 3 and older, about the basic principles of programming, in an easy-to-understand format. The set includes fischertechnik pieces, with which three stationary models can be built.

 

Official website:

https://www.fischertechnik.de/en/products/teaching/stem-robotics/544626-calliope

 

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Software Open Roberta

€59.99 per set

CAUTION: absolutely necessary for operation is Calliope-Board and Software Open Roberta

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Info for teachers:

Primary level, Age 3+

https://www.fischertechnik.de/en/teaching/level-of-education

STEM education

Software Open Roberta

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Code & Go Robot Mouse Activity Set

Code & Go Robot Mouse Activity Set

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Code & Go Robot Mouse Activity Set

Programmable Robot Mouse. Program the sequence of steps, and then watch Colby race to find the cheese!

 

Official website:

https://www.learningresources.com/product/learning+essentials–8482-+stem+robot+mouse+coding+activity+set.do

 

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  • Winner, ASTRA Best Toys for Kids 2016 – Learning Play Category
  • STEM 10 The Toy Insider 2016 Award Winner
  • STEM approved™ by STEM.org™
  • Parent’s Choice Recommended Award Winner 2017
  • On the reviews on internet 75% of respondents would recommend this to a friend

 

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$59.99 per item

In Finland 595 Kr per item from Lär &Lek

Info for teachers:

  • Age 4+
  • Grade PreK+  STEAM

The race is on to build hands-on coding skills!

You can build your maze, and then use the coding cards to create a step-by-step path for Colby, the Programmable Robot Mouse. Program the sequence of steps, and then watch Colby race to find the cheese!

The set includes 30 double-sided coding cards, 10 double-sided activity cards, cheese wedge, and Activity Guide to provide hands-on introduction to coding concepts. You can create your path with 16 maze grids to create a 20″ x 20″ maze board, 22 maze walls, and 3 tunnels for endless possibilities. Colby lights-up, makes sounds, and features 2 speeds along with colorful buttons to match coding cards for easy programming and sequencing. You can add multiple players with Jack, the Programmable Robot Mouse, sold separately.

Colby measures 4″L and requires 3 AAA batteries (not included).

 

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STEM/ STEAM activities science, math, art and engineering activities

By choosing the right buttons and arrows on Colby the mouse you code it.

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Codey Rocky

Codey Rocky

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Codey Rocky

Smart Robot for Beginner Coding and AI Learning. It consists of two parts:
Codey “the brain” and Rocky “the moving part”.

 

Official website:

https://www.makeblock.com/steam-kits/codey-rocky

 

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Equipped with over 10 electronic modules, including a sound sensor, a light sensor and an LED dot matrix display, Codey Rocky is a treasure trove of fun that plays music, follows the light, mimics facial expressions and many more with easy coding, empowering children with the skills to turn their imagination into reality and experience the delight out of their achievement.

Codey is the part that gets programmed and Rocky is the moving part of the robot and looks like a bandwagon, Codey can be attached to Rocky in order to make the robot mobile.

This robot is not just a simple toy, it comes with built in AI function and features like face, voice and written word recognition and the robot is capable of deep learning.

Transferring code written on computers or tablets/smartphones is done using Bluetooth and when using a computer one have to buy separate a specific Bluetooth dongle. It doesn’t work with computers own built in Bluetooth unit.

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Makeblock – a standard app for controlling and programming Makeblock robots

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$99 per item

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Age 6+

Codey Rocky comes with learning resources and tutorials supporting children to program every step of the way. It also benefits from copious references, constantly updated tutorials, and creative projects, inspiring children with imagination and creativity. For more professional and systematic guidance on programming, free PBL (problem-based learning) programming lessons are additionally available to our users.

https://www.makeblock.com/steam-kits/codey-rocky-2#Software

Makeblock support page has some detailed guides (in English) on how to code and how to set up and use the hardware. The guidance in programming is both aimed at beginners and for more advanced coding.

And then there are: http://education.makeblock.com which is dedicated to teaching teachers and students how to use and code Makeblock robots.

On Youtube there are video tutorials made by Makeblock themselves and by Codey Rocky users. Some examples:

PS! on Youtube there are also presentations and guides in other languages than just English. Well worth searching.

 

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Through games and application, children will be able to learn about the logical thinking and principles behind AI as well as how to interact with machines, which are all essential as they prepare for the arrival of the age of AI. Math, science, motion physics are the most important here too.

Codey Rocky uses mBlock software which supports both blocked-based (scratch) and Python programming. Harnessing the power of mBlock software, Codey Rocky allows children to create dot matrix animations, design games and realize AI and IoT applications.

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Cubelets

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Cubelets

Designed for all ages cubelets robot blocks are great for nearly any age and all skill levels. Cubelets are used to teach different skills depending on a child’s developmental stage.

 

Official website:

https://www.modrobotics.com/cubelets/

 

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General decription:

Sets (Creative Constructors PLUS Pack, Inspired Inventors Pack):

  • $2,100 for 6 students
  • $3,900 for 12 students

Cubelets are the only toy that uses 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.

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Info for teachers:

Primary school, Age 6+

Available at: https://www.modrobotics.com/education/educator-resource-hub/#lessons-units

There are over 50 free standards-aligned lessons and mini-units supported by Cubelets robot blocks. Lessons available for Pre-K through 12th grade.

Science – Technology – Engineering – Mathematics + English language

By focusing on Computational Thinking, Cubelets builders learn the theories behind using data to solve problems before the semantics of programming. Cubelets in education have consistently been used to foster highly engaging lessons and activities. They’re a tech teaching tool proven to build collaboration and communication skills. They foster critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Cubelets Blockly

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CUBETTO

CUBETTO

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CUBETTO

Cubetto is a friendly wooden robot that will teach your child the basics of computer programming through adventure and hands-on play.

 

Official website:

https://www.primotoys.com/

 

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$225 per box which includes 1X Cubetto, 1X Board, 16X Blocks, 1X World Map, 1X Story Book. You can also buy extra maps and blocks (https://www.primotoys.com/shop/).

Info for teachers:

Designed specifically for 3 to 6 years old, but works for older children too.

Cubetto education packages all include multiple Cubetto Playset units, exciting Adventure Packs and Logic and Directional Block sets to extend the students’ play. They are designed for education and come with added support, lesson plans, and access to the educators’ community.

Cubetto encourages both soft skills, such as spatial awareness and forward planning, and hard skills, like programming terminology and functions. Robotics and coding, mapping, geometry and spatial reasoning.

Coding with Cubetto happens with hands-on coding blocks, which means children can use it irrespective of reading ability or language barriers.

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Cubroid

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Cubroid

Introducing Cubroid, the world’s easiest coding block set that allows children to explore the world of technology and gain exposure to coding! Through dynamic connective blocks and simple coding, Cubroid offers a fun and educational experience for children to express their creativity.

 

Official website:

https://www.cubroid.com/

 

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General decription:

LEGO-compatible

 

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  • Cubroid Tablet Coding App
  • Cubroid Controll App

$150.00 per item

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Info for teachers:

https://education.cubroid.com/

Science, technology, engineering, mathematics, arts, english language

Scratch

Primary school – Secondary School, Age 8+

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Cue Robot

Cue Robot

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Cue Robot

The award-winning Cue robot is designed for kids who have an interest in coding. Cue will help them transition from block-based code to state-machine and text-based programming.

 

Official website:

https://www.makewonder.com/robots/cue/

 

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$199 per item

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11 years +

Library of in-app demos, tutorial, and challenges, Cue supports kids’ self-guided exploration of programming languages, robotic capabilities, and personally meaningful projects. English.

STEAM education

  • Java skript
  • Blocked-Based
  • Wonder
  • Avatars

Built on Microsoft’s MakeCode platform, the Cue app gives kids the autonomy to choose from one of four personalities, plus explore multiple programming languages.

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Cyber Robot

Cyber Robot

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Cyber Robot

An incredible robot for children to assemble equipped with a Bluetooth module and an impressive 5 game modes!

 

Official website:

https://www.clementoni.com/pt-en/67556-cyber-robot/

 

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Clementoni App for tablets and smartphones for programming the robot’s movements, light effects and sound effects can be found in both the App Store and Google Play store.

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50 Euros per item

Clementoni is an Italian company that makes and sells various robots that are adapted for primary school children and kindergarten.

The robots are programmable and most of them have parts that can be built and reconstructed to learn about how the mechanics of it all works.

Info for teachers:

Age 8+

Support page inactive in the moment of checking: https://www.clementoni.com/pt-en/support/

 

The Clementoni robots have academic classification STEM: Science Technology Engineering Mathematics. This means that the product has weight on the learning of technology, and in this case robotics.

You will be able to display a simulation of the programmed command as it is being executed on your device and to control the robot in real time, as if you were using a remote controller.

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Dash and dot

Dash and dot

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Dash and dot

Dash and Dot are robots that can sense, act and think! … Maker materials can be added such as lego, tape, cardboard and more to transform your robots! Dash and dot also have educational accessories that can be purchased to support art, music and engineering.

 

Official website:

https://www.makewonder.com/robots/dash/

 

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There are several apps available on the website: https://home.makewonder.com/apps

There are also dedicated apps for Android and IOS.

There are competitions like this one organised: https://www.makewonder.com/classroom/robotics-competition/

From $150  per set including: 

  • 1 – Dash robot
  • 1 – USB Charging Cord
  • 2 – Building Brick Connectors

Info for teachers:

For the age range (6-12) Dash and Dot create amazing engagement with children, delivering strong lessons in logical progression and problem-solving.

All the materials come with the apps you choose to work with. The possibilities are almost endless, a lot of teaching ideas for almost all the subjects.

You can get a lot of accessories that go whit Dash and Dot: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/page/22B6C160-760F-4934-A5E5-FA676AA49356?ingress=2&visitId=8b9ce699-3302-4c8d-a41c-a9666ddd85a1&ref_=bl_dp_s_web_11656503031

 

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Encourage students to continue building critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration skills for tomorrow’s job market.

The durable and child-friendly robots are a safe and easy way to encourage STEAM learning in your classroom.

Dash and Dot are robots that can sense, act and think! Students use block coding on four different iPad apps to control their robots. 

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DOBOT Magician

DOBOT Magician

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DOBOT Magician

A lightweight multifunctional extendable desktop robotic arm for practical training education. It can be used for 3D printing, laser engraving, write and draw and grabbing objects.

 

Official website:

https://www.dobot.cc/

 

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$1,699.00
+ $99.00 shipping Amazon

Up to now, DOBOT Magician has been successfully applied in many institutions such as Tsinghua University, Shandong University, University of Technology Sydney and more. Enterprises such as Volkswagen, Alibaba, Tencent have established cooperation projects with DOBOT Magician.

As the good performance both in hardware design and software application, DOBOT Magician has won the CES 2018 Innovation Award, iF DESIGN AWARD 2018, Red Dot Design Award 2018 and 2017 Red Star Design Award.

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Info for teachers:

  • High school and STEAM education. It offers a lot of functions that will benefit not only students but also engineers and computer programmers.
  • Intermediate and advanced levels.

DOBOT Magician is a multifunctional desktop robotic arm for practical training education. Installed with different end-tools, DOBOT Magician can realize interesting functions such as 3D printing, laser engraving, writing and drawing. It supports secondary development by 13 extensible interfaces and over 20 programming languages.

STEAM education, high school level and higher education.

This robotic arm addresses both beginners and coding experts by supporting most major programming languages, such as C++, C#, Python, and Java, while an MIT programming language for kids named Scratch is also available, which one can find under the name Blockly here. 

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Drone parrot mini / parrot mambo code

Drone parrot mini / parrot mambo code

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Drone parrot mini / parrot mambo code

The drone is designed to be controlled by mobile or tablet operating systems such as the supported iOS or Android, within their respective apps or the unofficial software available for Windows Phone, Samsung BADA and Symbian devices.

 

Official website:

https://www.parrot.com/us/drones/parrot-mambo-code?ref=#parrot-mambo-code-details

 

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  • SWIFT PLAYGROUND
  • TYNKER
  • WORKBENCH
  • SIMULINK
  • PYTHON
  • JAVASCRIPT
  • DEVELOPERS

More information about each app: https://edu.parrot.com/apps.html 

 

 

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$59,99 on Amazon ($109,99 is the normal place)

A bundle with a minidrone and plenty of other stuff – $149

This is a bundle the contains a Parrot Mambo minidrone and also a six-month subscription to Tynker, where kids will be able to pickup coding skills to use with the drones.

The drone will also come with a mini-ball launcher, grabber, 50 plastic balls, while the Tynker subscription will give kids access to eight mobile coding courses, 18 online coding courses, over 350 puzzle levels, tutorials, and a virtual drone flight simulation course, all of which will be priced at $149, which is actually relatively affordable.

Info for teachers:

From primary schools to PhD’s.

Tynker’s coding courses are already supported by eight additional Parrot Minidrones; those that own a compatible drone may purchase the Tynker Home Plan to add programmable capabilities. 

 

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Drones offer an astonishing new aerial perspective with countless applications that cut across disciplines, including science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), as well as film, media, and journalism.

Tynker, Blockly and text coding (Javascipt, Python…).
Also full support for Apple Swift Playground!

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Edbot

Edbot

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Edbot

A transformable, flying robot, made especially for children.

 

Official website:

http://ed.bot/edbot

 

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This robot seems really fun to program and watch performing. A big plus that Edbot is compatible with block coding using Scratch.

Robot for sale at company online webshop for 799£ +VAT & Shipping.

Software is not open sourced but is included when buying the robot and all future software updates are then also free.

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Info for teachers:

Age 7+.
Beginners, intermediate, advanced level.

Video tutorials in English on Vimeo.

On Edbots homepage there are quite a lot of downloadable tutorials and lessons made as PowerPoint presentations in English. Lessons show how to block code Edbot using Scratch.

Math, science, motion physics

  • Block coding using Scratch
  • Python
  • JavaScript
  • C/C++

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Edison V2.0

Edison V2.0

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Edison V2.0

Edison is a STEM robot that comes ready to go but is also a build kit because Edison is compatible with Lego bricks which makes it possible to customize and build your own robot designs

 

Official website:

https://meetedison.com

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

This robot can also be programmed using barcodes (with Python) which is suitable for more experienced coders.

Microbricand the company behind this robot has made robots for use in schools since 2004.

 

Materials in Swedish:

 

Website in Polish:

 

Materials in Estonian:

  • One robot (EdPack 1) 49.00 $
  • Two robots (STEM starter pack) 114,00 $
  • 10 pack  (EdPack10) 369,00 $.

The company is based in Australia but they ship worldwide and there are resellers in Europe like RoboShop https://www.robotshop.com/eu
Software is free of charge and teaching materials (lessons and worksheets) are open sourced and licensed under Creative Commons.

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Info for teachers:

  • Age 6+
  • Beginners, intermediate, advanced level

The Edison developers have on their homepage available for download lessons and other teaching material for programming the robot. Language support for their materials are in English, Swedish, Polish, Spanish, Turkish, Greek, French, Estonian, Czech and many more.

Edison has great language support mainly because they have a community of users devoted to translating and producing lessons for Edison.

Math, science, motion physics, design.

Edison is a STEM robot that comes ready to go but is also a build kit because Edison is compatible with Lego bricks which makes it possible to customize and build your own robot designs. With the Edison kit as the base and then extend it with lego almost as far as your imagination takes you.

  • Block coding using Edison’s own apps EdScratch and EdBlocks which are very similar to the standard version of  Scratch.
  • Text coding using EdPy witch is coding in Python

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Elenco Line Tracking Robot

Elenco Line Tracking Robot

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Elenco Line Tracking Robot

The Line Tracking Robot will follow a black line drawn on white paper by using two photo interrupters. Create different routes with black electronic tape or a black marker and see what your Line Tracking Robot can do!

 

Official website:

https://www.elenco.com/product/line-tracking-robot/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

$29,95 per item

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2xAA batteries required but not included

Info for teachers:

Age 14 and older

There’s a manual of how to assemble and use the robot in English.

STEAM

The Elenco Line Tracking Robot Kit uses sensors to follow a route that you draw for it.

This line following robot uses two photo interrupters to see black lines drawn onto white paper. Use a black marker or black tape to plot your robot’s journey and watch it go.

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Engino Robotic Pro

Engino Robotic Pro

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Engino Robotic Pro

The Engino Robotics Platform (ERP) is specially designed for Primary and Secondary school children and even for robotic hobbyists! It takes into account the latest technological trends and the most modern pedagogical principles of learning. Both sets – PRO and MINI – consist of all the necessary parts for building and programming a variety of robots.

 

Official website:

https://www.engino.com/w/index.php/products/robotics

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

279€ (https://www.oomipood.ee/en/product/stem70_stem_robotics_erp_pro_1_3_with_bluetooth)

Materials in Estonian:

Not specified

 

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Info for teachers:

https://enginoeducation.com/curriculum/

Science, technology, engineering, mathematics, english language

ERP 1.3 Simulator

Age 8 – 16 (Primary – Secondary School)

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Evolution robot

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Evolution robot

Explore the world of robotics easily with the fascinating and spectacular Evolution Robot! When you’ve finished building it, you can program it to pick up and carry objects using its moving arms, torso and caterpillar tracks. What’s more, using the keyboard located on its back, you can even program the Robot manually!

 

Official website:

https://www.clementoni.com/es-en/55191-evolution-robot/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

 € 49,90 – 56,90

Clementoni has developed a free APP compatible with tablet and smartphone which allows five different play modes: Programming, Real time, Self-learning, Dancing and Memo!

Materials in Polish:

Not specified

Info for teachers:

Primary School, Age 8+

Not available

Mechanics, technology, engineering, mathematics

Evolution Robot can among other things pick up objects and move them around. It is programmable by app.

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GoPiGo

GoPiGo

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GoPiGo

The GoPiGo is a complete kit to build your own robot car. GoPiGo works at the level you’re at — whether you are a parent looking for a smart, fun weekend project to do with your kid, a teacher looking for a way to increase engagement in your science course, or a grad student in need of a platform for your robotics research that requires mobility.

 

Official website:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/gopigo3/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

https://m.me/dexterindustries?fbclid=IwAR1SX7DSYcKgN8HX579wzGM2XlnaRROrMfN5Qgy0f5wYUqbtzmbZ9jxFX3o

$ 1,499.99 – GoPiGo Beginner Classroom Kit

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Info for teachers:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/product-category/curriculum/

Official teaching materials must be purchased. Price varies from $ 50 – 2000

 

S.T.E.M., coding

Python, Scratch, or Java

Secondary School, Age 12+

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GrovePi

GrovePi

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GrovePi

GrovePi is an electronics board that you can connect to hundreds of different sensors, so you can program them to monitor, control, and automate devices in your life.

 

Official website:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/grovepi/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

  • $39.99 – Board
  • $149.99 – Base kit
  • $229.99 – Starter kit
  • $1199.99 – Classroom kit

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Info for teachers:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/grovepi-tutorials-documentation/

GrovePi invention curriculum must be purchased for $2000

 

S.T.E.M., coding

Python, Scratch, or Java

Age 9+

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iPal

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iPal

A playful humanoid that serves as a social companion, educator and a safety monitor for children, but also elder adults.

 

Official website:

https://www.ipalrobot.com/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Twitter and Instagram: use #avatarmind or #iPal for pictures and videos of the humanoid robot.

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  • $2499 for the standard version of iPal.
  • $4999 for customized business versions.

Useful user manual: https://www.ipalrobot.nl/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/iPal-User-Manual.pdf

Materials in PL:

https://biznes.radiozet.pl/News/iPal-robot-towarzysz-dla-samotnych-dzieci-w-Chinach 

Info for teachers:

From age 4 (kindergarten) up to age 12 within education. (iPal can also be used in elderly care.)

No additional teaching materials, everything is provided by the apps that are downloadable for Android tablets and smart phones. There is also desktop computer software for eg. monitoring the child’s progress.

As for now, the iPal humanoid robot only supports English and Chinese language setup. That goes for the app menus and voice functions.

Languages, PE, music.
STEM education (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)

Block-coding using the app iPal Programmer.
Simple commands as navigation, facial expressions and speaking through the AvatarMind app.

iPal only runs through Android apps.

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Jimu Robot

Jimu Robot

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Jimu Robot

STEM learning with Jimu Robots enables kids to learn coding from a young age. In a few years everyone will be expected to have programming skills. Jimu Robot Kits will enable the child to learn and retain basic coding skills for their future academic and real world applications.

 

Official website:

https://ubtrobot.com/collections/jimu-robots

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

$ 129.95 Individual set

Mobile apps on Google play and Appstore

Offers also attractive kits for girls: https://ubtrobot.com/products/mythical-series-unicornbot-kit

 

Materials in Polish:

 

Materials in Estonian:

 

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Info for teachers:

Teaching materials online ar not available. Tutorial materials for robots are included to the robotic kits.

S.T.E.M.

Jimu App – Blockly coding

Primary school, Age 8+

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Kamibot

Kamibot

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Kamibot

A robot that teaches your kids to code, but also lets them express their creativity.

 

Official website:

http://www.kamibot.com/default.php

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

 $50-100 per item

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Kamibot is a programmable papercraft robot for kids. They can endlessly customize it with their own code and colorful skins.

It has:

  • IR sensor which allows it to follow a black line
  • Ultrasound sensor which allows Kamibot to detect obstacles.

You can read about it here: https://newatlas.com/kamibot-teaches-coding/41904/

 

Info for teachers:

Age 8 to 17.

  • Papercrafts to engage creativity
  • Teachers manual in English (for Pc and tablet)

STEAM

Open-source programming interface for example block programming.

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Kamigami Robots

Kamigami Robots

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Kamigami Robots

The robot that moves like a real animal.

 

Official website:

https://kamigamirobots.com/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

$79.99 per item

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Kamigami robots are speedy, six-legged animals you create and control!

Info for teachers:

Age 6+, intermediate level

  • Tutorials
  • Programming challenges (but the website doesn’t work).

STEM

You can drive, battle, and program your robot through a smartphone or tablet.

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Lego Education Coding Express

Lego Education Coding Express

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Lego Education Coding Express

Inspire early learners to explore early coding concepts such as sequencing, looping and conditional coding, while developing problem solving skills, critical thinking, collaboration and social and emotional skills.

 

Official website:

https://education.lego.com/en-us/preschool/intro

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

$189.95 per set

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Materials in Polish:

 

Materials in Estonian:

Info for teachers:

Age 2+, Beginners

There are 18 languages: Europeans – Asians – America

Creative exploration, early math and science, communication, social emotional development

Free App for iOS and Android devices is included and provides 4 themed activities: Journeys, Characters, Music and Math

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Lego Mindstorms EV3

Lego Mindstorms EV3

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Lego Mindstorms EV3

LEGO®MINDSTORMS® Education EV3 is a hands-on, cross-curricular STEM solution that engages students by providing the resources to design, build and program their creations while helping them develop essential 21st-century skills such as creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication.

 

Official website:

https://education.lego.com/en-us/middle-school/intro

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Materials in Icelandic:

 

Materials in Polish:

 

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Materials in Italian:

 

Materials in Swedish:

Software available at https://education.lego.com/en-us/downloads

The most famous one: http://www.firstlegoleague.org/

$411.95 for KIT (2/3 students)

Info for teachers:

Primary school – Secondary school, Age 10+

Materials in English:

 

Materials in Icelandic:

 

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Materials in Swedish:

 

  • Science – Technology – Engineering – Math – Maker – Coding
  • 18 languages: Europeans – Asians – America

LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3

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Lego WeDo

Lego WeDo

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Lego WeDo

LEGO Education WeDo 2.0 brings to life 280 building elements that motivate students to collaborate, build, problem-solve, and explore, all while deepening their STEAM learning and developing 21st-century skills.

 

Official website:

https://education.lego.com/en-us/elementary/intro

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Materials in Icelandic:

 

Materials in Polish:

 

Materials in Estonian:

 

Materials in Italian:

 

Materials in Swedish:

https://education.lego.com/en-us/downloads/wedo-2/software

The most famous one: http://www.firstlegoleague.org/

$197.95 for Kit 3 children

Info for teachers:

Primary school, Age 7+

 

Materials in English:

 

Materials in Icelandic:

 

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Introducing computational thinking and engineering principles in a fun and engaging way.

STEM and coding

WeDo 2.0 App – PC software

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Little bits

Little bits

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Little bits

Littlebits is the easiest and most versatile 21st Century tool for invention-based learning.

 

Official website:

https://littlebits.com/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

https://littlebits.com/pages/community

 $ 299,95 for Kit (3 students)

Materials in Italian:

 

Materials in Estonian:

 

Info for teachers:

https://littlebits.com/pages/educators

Programming, electronics, cooperation, STEM, English language

  • littleBits Code Kit App for PC
  • littleBits App
  • Droid Inventor

Primary school, Age 8+

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Mabot

Mabot

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Mabot

AI STEAM toy which let kids build, customize, and program robots, exploring mechanics, engineering, coding, and developing STEAM skills.

 

Official website:

https://www.bellrobot.com/mabot.html

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Mabot starter kit $199.00 from Amazon

  • ToyAward Winner 2019 Category Startup. Has got several good reviews on social media and from reviewers on the internet.
  • DIY humanoid, tank, gorilla, vehicle or any other robot with Mabot and program it with Mabot Apps on your smartpfone or Ipad.

 

Swedish review on the Mabot kit

 

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Info for teachers:

  • Age 8+
  • Beginners and intermediate levels
  • Modular design, easy to assemble
  • Multi-angle plug for multiple forms of robots
  • Hot-plugging function allows easy accessibility and uninterrupted gaming
  • Compatible with Lego

The robot is developing the children’s skills to build, customize, and program robots, exploring mechanics, engineering, coding, and developing STEAM skills.

Block programming in an Scratch based app

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Makey Makey

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Makey Makey

Design your own controller with everyday materials like playdough or graphite pencils.

Control your favorite Scratch game while you learn to code.

 

Official website:

https://makeymakey.com/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Materials in Icelandic:

 

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Materials in Swedish:

Makey Makey apps available at: https://makeymakey.com/blogs/how-to-instructions/apps-for-plug-and-play

 

  • $ 699,95 STEM Pack – Classroom Invention Literacy Kit
  • EUR 50 – single item

 

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Info for teachers:

Primary school, Age 8+

Scratch is in 40 languages

Materials in English:

 

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Materials in Swedish:

soft electrical circuits, mathematics, language, science, music

Scratch Desktop 3.0

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mBot

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mBot

mBot is a STEAM education robot for beginners, that makes teaching and learning robot programming simple and fun.

 

Official website:

https://www.makeblock.com/steam-kits/mbot

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

With just a screwdriver, the step by step instructions, and a study schedule, children can build a robot from scratch and experience the joys of hands-on creation.

mBot has 4 expansion ports and can connect to more than 100 kinds of electronic modules. Children can use a variety of add-on packs and more than 500 parts on the Maker’s Platform to build a variety of imaginative shapes. During construction, they will learn about the principles of electronics and mechanics and lay the foundations for understanding robots. mBot is also compatible with LEGO bricks meaning gameplay can continue to grow over time.

 

Materials in Icelandic:

 

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The Makeblock App is a piece of powerful operating software. It enables children to control their mBot at the touch of a button, or combine the preset control settings any way they choose. mBot is even simple enough for children who have not yet learnt to read.

Yes, makex robotics competitions http://www.makex.io/en

$69,99 –  $99,00

Info for teachers:

From primary school, Age 9+

On the official Makeblock Education site http://education.makeblock.com/ there are mBot case studies alongside examples of related teaching guides. Meanwhile mBot’s potential continues to grow as teachers from all over the world compile new teaching materials, which are now available in 10 languages including Chinese, English, French and German. Whether you’re a student, parent or educator, you are sure to find your ideal teaching resources on the Makeblock platform, so that you can learn and teach programming more easily.

 

Materials in English:

 

Materials in Icelandic:

 

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Materials in Estonian:

 

Mbot lessons:

Robotics, electronics, block-based programming, design, STEM, English language

Whilst they play, children learn about a variety of robotic machinery and electronic parts, get to grips with the fundamentals of block-based programming, and develop their logical thinking and design skills.

Block-based programming with Makeblock software.

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mBot Ranger

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mBot Ranger

mBot Ranger is an advanced version of mBot, that comes with 3 preset forms, for three times the fun! From construction and operation through to programming, Ranger allows children to receive STEAM education in a simple and fun way. Ranger also gets children started on robot programming, advancing with them as they grow and develop their problem solving abilities.

 

Official website:

https://www.makeblock.com/steam-kits/mbot-ranger

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

With just a screwdriver, the step by step instructions, and a study schedule, children can build a robot from scratch and experience the joys of hands-on creation.

mBot has 4 expansion ports, and can connect to more than 100 kinds of electronic modules. Children can use a variety of add-on packs and more than 500 parts on the Maker’s Platform to build a variety of imaginative shapes. During construction, they will learn about the principles of electronics and mechanics and lay the foundations for understanding robots. mBot is also compatible with LEGO bricks meaning gameplay can continue to grow over time.

 

Materials in Polish:

 

Materials in Estonian:

 

 

The Makeblock App is a piece of powerful operating software. It enables children to control their mBot at the touch of a button, or combine the preset control settings any way they choose. mBot is even simple enough for children who have not yet learnt to read.

Yes, makex robotics competitions http://www.makex.io/en

€ 149,99 per item

Info for teachers:

From primary school, Age 8+

On the official Makeblock Education site http://education.makeblock.com/ there are mBot case studies alongside examples of related teaching guides. Meanwhile mBot’s potential continues to grow as teachers from all over the world compile new teaching materials, which are now available in 10 languages including Chinese, English, French and German. Whether you’re a student, parent or educator, you are sure to find your ideal teaching resources on the Makeblock platform, so that you can learn and teach programming more easily.

Mbot lessons:

http://education.makeblock.com/resource/mbot-lessons-mblock/

Robotics, electronics, block-based programming, design, STEM, English language

Whilst they play, children learn about a variety of robotic machinery and electronic parts, get to grips with the fundamentals of block-based programming, and develop their logical thinking and design skills.

Block-based programming with Makeblock software; Python

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Micro:bit

Micro:bit

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Micro:bit

The BBC micro:bit is a handheld, programmable micro-computer that can be used for all sorts of cool creations, from robots to musical instruments – the possibilities are endless.

 

Official website:

https://microbit.org/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Materials in Icelandic:

 

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Materials in Polish:

 

€19,98 per item

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Info for teachers:

Primary and Secondary school, Age 8+

Materials in English:

 

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Coding, design, science, art, math, music, sport, dance

It can be coded from any web browser in Blocks, Javascript, Python, Scratch and more.

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MimicArm

MimicArm

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MimicArm

MimicArm is easy to build, easy to use a programmable robot that grows with the child’s ability. A DIY robot with a collection of robots, sensors and programming tools for both beginners and programming experts.

 

Official website:

https://mimicrobots.com/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

MimicArm is easy to build, easy to use a programmable robot that grows with the child’s ability.

It suits everyone, from robot novice to veteran programmer. Thanks to the intuitive manual mode children as young as 5 are able to use mimicArm immediately. When the child is ready, the simple yet powerful programming software gradually eases you into programming concepts and the pre-programmed experiments start simple to guide you every step of the way. The experiments incrementally increase in complexity until you’re able to program using genuine C code, just like the professionals.

Vimeo user Brett Pipitone has several tutorial videos and lessons on his Vimeo page  https://vimeo.com/user18380378

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MimicArm Novice Kit $199 from Mimicrobots

Info for teachers:

  • Age 5+
  • Beginners, intermediate, advanced levels

From manual mode to block programming and coding.

Math, science, motion physics, developing STEAM skills

MimicBlock and Arduino programs

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Mini Bots

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Mini Bots

The Mini Bots have their own special approach to robots and make it easy for children to discover this special world. The clever robot models can follow lines and avoid hindrances. Five nimble action robots can be made from actuators and sensors, such as IR trail sensor and push buttons.

 

Official website:

https://www.fischertechnik.de/en/products/teaching/stem-robotics/533923-robotics-mini-bots

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Approximately £100 in Amazon per item.

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Key Learning Objectives:

  • From electronics to robotics!
  • Understand the focal points controlling and rules
  • Use the ROBOTICS module and its set programs to activate 5 agile driving robots
  • How actuators and sensors work 
  • Deepen and practice project and group work

Info for teachers:

Primary level, Secondary level, Study / vocational school

https://www.fischertechnik.de/de-de/service/elearning/spielen/robotics-mini-bots

languages: German, English, Spanish

Fischertechnik learning materials support in teaching technical concepts of science, engineering and physics in a practical way and introducing them to your secondary school and college students or your apprentices.

The Mini Bots program is saved to the ROBOTICS module and can be easily chosen using the DIP switch.

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MOSS

MOSS

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MOSS

Build upon your budding interest in robotics with the Zombonitron 1600. Combine the 16 included robot pieces and 56 steel spheres to create hundreds of robot curiosities that respond to proximity or light. This little kit enables a micro-universe of kinematic creation and the best place to start inventing your own robots!

 

Official website:

https://www.modrobotics.com/MOSS/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

$199.99 per item

Materials in Estonian:

 

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Info for teachers:

Primary school – Secondary school, Age 9+

Resources for teachers available on the website https://www.modrobotics.com/MOSS/

STEM, English language

Scratch

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MotionBlock

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MotionBlock

Multi-form programmable robot kit.

 

Official website:

https://store.makeblock.com/products/motionblock

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Makeblock – a standard app for controlling and programming Makeblock robots.

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$449 per item

MotionBlock’s mechanical and electronic components are designed to perform a wide range of functions. As the modules are simple to combine and easy to work with, you can build one of the ten cool preset forms, or even reimagine your robot. 

Materials in Polish:

 

Info for teachers:

Age 14+

Educational Resources for Makeblock Products available at http://education.makeblock.com

Supporting STEAM education

From Scratch to Python

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MU Spacebot

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MU SpaceBot

MU SpaceBot is an AI enabled wooden robot building kit.

 

Official website:

http://store.morpx.com/detail.php?id=142

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

MUBot APP, includes MU SpaceBot’s curriculums and projects.

Yes, http://forum.morpx.com/forum.php

$70 per item

Using 54 parts, children will get a fulfilling experience of creating a cute and smart robot of their own, getting familiar with the Maker and DIY culture.Once complete, MU SpaceBot can talk ,follow and even play hide and seek with you using advanced vision AI technology. Children can also design their own Spacebot voice by the recording from the MUBot APP.

Info for teachers:

Age 8+

Not available

Starting from some basic components, such as laser-cut wood pieces and servo motors, the SpaceBot kit lets children create an AI powered robot entirely from scratch. It is during this process that they learn the inter-disciplinary knowledge from mechanics, electronics, programming and artificial intelligence.

Spacebot is programmable via MU–Blocky, a visual programming interface that help children pick up coding skill and see it working on the robot immediately.

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Nao robot

Nao robot

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Nao robot

NAO is a tremendous programming tool and he has especially become a standard in education and research.

 

Official website:

https://www.softbankrobotics.com/emea/en/nao

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Yes, for instance, there have been tournaments where the robots play soccer. There are also NAO challenges.

NAO is the first robot created by SoftBank Robotics. Famous around the world, NAO is a tremendous programming tool and he has especially become a standard in education and research.

NAO is also used as an assistant by companies and healthcare centres to welcome, inform and entertain visitors.

It has been used with kids with autisms to help them communicate with others.

 

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Price: $9,000

The pack includes:

  • One NAO Power V6 (Dark Grey)
  • 1 Charger and 1 Battery
  • 2 years of warranty
  • Unlimited Choregraphe Licenses
  • User Manual
  • Full SDK and API
  • RobotLAB Support 

Available: https://www.robotlab.com/store/nao-power-v6-standard-edition 

 

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Info for teachers:

Students 7 years and older.

Pepper and NAO easily create an empathetic link with students & researchers by their eye-catching appearances, moderate sizes and humanoid behaviours.

Proven by various studies and researches, the main characteristics of our humanoid robots meet perfectly the instructional goals in education. They are enabling new ways for pedagogy and classrooms.

Being connected, the robots are able to search the latest teaching materials at a centralized level, generate, update and adapt their behaviour and content to fit local conditions and audience. 

Nao can speak up to 21 languages and provide translation via Cloud services, allowing you to develop the language skills of students.

Pepper and NAO are versatile and high-performing robots to meet the expectations of researchers. They are advanced platforms for the in-depth study such as human-machine interaction, cognitive computing and autonomous navigation, etc.

They are advanced platforms for in-depth study such as human-machine interaction, cognitive computing and autonomous navigation, etc.

Reading, Writing, learning a new language, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math, Geometry, Programming.

NAO can be programmed using several programming languages, including C++, MATLAB, JAVA, LabVIEW and Python. Instead of using the drag and drop boxes in the Choreograph, they’re going to get our NAO robot walking and talking using coding.

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Ollie

Ollie

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Ollie

It’s fast. It’s fun. It’s app-enabled. Get in the driver’s seat with Ollie and command this app-enabled racing robot to execute tricks and dominate every inch of turf, trail, and track.

 

Official website:

https://www.sphero.com/ollie

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

The Ollie app is used to control Ollie without programming. 
The Sphero Edu app is used for programming Ollie.

It´s connected to Sphero Edu.

Now it costs $79,99. That´s on the official Sphero website. 
On Amazon you can buy it for lowest of $ 53,99.

Ollie can make up to 100 tricks and can be used outside.

Materials in Polish:

 

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Info for teachers:

Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, middle school, or high school

Sphero has expanded Lightning Lab. Teachers can create an account for themselves and their students.  Through this account, teachers can send assignments to students digitally. (I couldn´t find the app, maybe it´s not available in Iceland?)

https://www.sphero.com/education/professional-learning-and-resources/ is a website to introduce Sphero robots for teachers.

With various kind of lessons you can use Ollie in almost every subject.

In an educational environment, subject matter such as sight words, colors, vocabulary words, and math facts can be placed on the floor.  Then, teachers can give students definitions, words, or numbers and students use a device to roll the robots to the specific word or number.  This is a fun, simple way to review material.

In the Edu Sphero app uses Scratch blocks or you can write your own JavaScript text programs.

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Orion5

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Orion5

This is a stationary robotic arm that mimics many features of those mechanic arm robots used in the industrial world.

With Orion5 one gets a robot capable of doing various repeating tasks using its grip claw.  For example, moving objects from and to specific places.

 

Official website:

https://rawrobotics.com/orion5

 

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General decription:

Website is quite easy to navigate.
Their software located at GitHub might be difficult to set up for those who have no experience with GitHub type of software installations.

Because this robot doesn’t use block programming it might require somewhat more time to get used to coding both for teachers and students.

Orion5 can be transformed from a stationary robot to a mobile version if combined with another robot (Proteus) which is also made by RAWrobotics

Robot for sale at company online webshop for 550$ inc. VAT.

PS! Shipping within Australia only. Need to contact the company and make some special agreement to get this robot sent outside of Australia.

Software is open source and free of charge.

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Info for teachers:

  • Basics coding from age 11-12
  • More advanced coding level from age 13+
  • Intermediate, advanced level

Video tutorials x3 in English.

Web-based simulation and programming environment in English and compatible with all operative systems capable of running a modern up to date web browser.

Math, science, motion physics

  • Python
  • JavaScript
  • C/C++.

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Otto DIY

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Otto DIY

An interactive robot that anyone can make. Easy to 3D print and assemble, it walks, dances, makes sounds and avoids obstacles.

 

Official website:

https://www.ottodiy.com

 

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General decription:

All Otto DIY are truly Open; files are available for FREE, find the list of electronic parts, 3D printable files, then follow the detailed and easy step by step colorful guides about building and how to start coding, print them to use in STEAM classes, robotic workshops or personal use to simply make and build your own Otto.

Otto robot is not just about electronics and programming, it is also design. Altering Otto’s appearance with cutouts, paper craft and 3D printed accessories develops the child’s creativity as well as other indispensable qualities, such as concentration, perseverance and attention to detail.

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Materials in Italian:

https://wikifactory.com/+OttoDIY/otto-diy

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Otto parts can be downloaded and printed for free. You can also buy a set for 30-40 EUR

Info for teachers:

From beginners up.

Materials in English

 

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All STEM and STEAM related subjects

Scratch based block programming, Python, Java.

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Ozobot

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Ozobot

he tiny Ozobot robot can teach young kids programming. Ozobot is a little toy robot that blends the physical and digital worlds — and teaches kids programming. … Ozobot can identify lines, colors, and codes on both digital surfaces, such as an iPad, and physical surfaces, such as paper.

 

Official website:

https://ozobot.com

 

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General decription:

app: Evo by Ozobot

Yes, quite many. See: https://ozobot.com/stem-education/education-contests-and-events

Classroomkit from $1200-$1800 

Many different items for sale for schools or home on the website on variable prices.

Information in Polish:

 

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Info for teachers:

From Kindergarten to year 12

The Evo and Bit Classroom Kits come with 12-18 robots, guides, student handouts, accessories, and everything you need to introduce Ozobot’s two ways to code to your students. Get started screen-free with Color Codes markers and advance online with OzoBlockly visual programming. Both Kits are for grades K-12 and offer an affordable, portable way to teach coding, computer science, math, art, history, and other subjects way beyond STEM. Only Evo has extra programmable features, from sounds to proximity sensors, and an app for instaling updates and new features.

All subjects, it depends on the topic you choose to download. Depends on age and there is also five different types of product filters on the home page.

Color codes or Ozo Blockly

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