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Sphero 2 - An app-controlled robotic ball that can be programmed. The SPRK Lighting Lab app empowers anyone to program their robot using a tablet or smartphone. The visual block-based building interface makes learning the basics of programming easy and fun. Order from Barnes & Noble. $129
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Sphero Ollie - Command this app-enabled robot to execute tricks and dominate every inch of turf, trail, and track. Order from Barnes & Noble. $99
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Bee Bot - This colorful, easy-to-operate, and friendly little robot is a perfect tool for teaching sequencing, estimation, problem-solving, and just having fun! Order through Amazon. $50 - $500 (varies based on bundles)
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Cubeltes - Cubelets robot blocks enable all sorts of robot construction and learning opportunities. They are connected together using magnets. No coding experience is needed. Snap the robot blocks together and the magnetic faces do the rest. Every unique arrangement creates a new robot with different behaviors. Order from Barnes & Noble. $159 (6 pk.)
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Bristlebots - Bristlebots are simple micro robots using a conventional tooth-brush head and micro motors. Bristlebots primary purpose is to make robotics education accessible and affordable. Order from Amazon. $235 (40-pack)
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Ozobot – Smart, small programmable robot that operates with autonomous behavior using a photo sensor array. Robot is controlled via an app and can detect colors, lights and patterns. Other sensors on the robot include infrared proximity sensing. The BIT version supports coding in Ozoblockly. Order from Barnes & Noble. $120
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Bloxels - A hands-on platform for kids to build, collaborate and tell stories through video game creation. This is a video game development platform with easy-to-use physical and digital tools. Students decide what the game looks like and how it is played. Order from Fat Brain Toys. $50
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LEGO
EV3 - The Core Set includes 541 elements that can be used for teaching science, technology, engineering, math, and computer science. Order through Instructional Technology. $375
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LEGO WeDo - Designed for second through fourth grade elementary classrooms, the WeDo 2.0 Core Set, Software, and Get Started Project is a hands-on solution that ignites students’ curiosity while enhancing their skills in science, engineering, technology, and coding. Order through Instructional Technology. $160