Thames & Kosmos Robotics: Smart Machines – Sidekick
$74.00
Create and program your own robot buddy with motors, lights and app control. A powerful coding robot kit for ages 8+.
Description
Build and program your very own robotic buddy with the Thames & Kosmos Robotics: Smart Machines – Sidekick, a transformative starter kit that brings the interdisciplinary world of robotics to life for kids!
Young engineers assemble the robot’s “brain” (micro-controller), motors, LED lights, speaker, and infrared sensor. Then choose to build either a four‑wheeled rover or a two‑wheeled robot mode. Once built, they can program Sidekick using the built‑in keypad or free tablet/smartphone app to drive movements, sounds, facial expressions and more.
It’s hands‑on learning in physics, engineering and computer science, disguised as fun!
Playing with STEM toys can help with…
- Building confidence through hands-on learning
- Developing spatial awareness and fine motor skills
- Encouraging curiosity and problem‑solving
- Fostering creativity and innovation
- Improving focus and perseverance
- Inspiring a lifelong love of discovery and learning
- Promoting teamwork and communication
- Strengthening logical and critical thinking
Thames & Kosmos Robotics: Smart Machines – Sidekick Features:
- Build‑your‑own robot model with interchangeable modes (rover / robot)
- Micro-controller “brain” with LED lights, speaker, motors and infrared sensor
- Visual programming via keypad or companion app
- 36‑page manual and hands‑on build components teaching robotics basics
- For ages 8+
