Bring computer science to life from kindergarten to University! The only mobile robot with scaffolded programming support from kindergarten storytime to AP CSA. Take coding off the screen and into the real world with the durable, flexible Finch Robot. Meet standards in new and exciting ways with hands-on deep and joyful learning throughout the school day, in every classroom. Please note that the Finch uses micro:bit as its processor; you must have one in order to operate the robot. Finch Robot Features: Bluetooth wireless connection Integrated and rechargeable battery (lasts 7+ hours) Centrally positioned marker holder for drawing 5 tri-color LEDs Multi-tonal buzzer Wheel encoders for precise and accurate movement 2 light sensors 1 distance / obstacle / ultrasonic sensor 2 infrared line tracking sensors Compatible with plastic bricks for adding accessories & building fun Marks on wheels for counting revolutions Surface can be written on with whiteboard markers micro:bit features: accelerometer, radio, compass, buttons RoHS compliant The BirdBrain Difference: Free classroom-tested and standards-aligned learning materials, such as programming tutorials, lesson plans, and printable student activities. Out-of-the-box compatibility with all laptops and most tablets. Free software that is tested to work with school IT environments. Support for block-based and text-based programming environments, including MakeCode, Python, and Java. Free online professional development, including classroom curriculum integration planning. Classroom-ready packaging Products that have been created and validated by National Science Foundation-funded research at Carnegie Mellon University and tested in classrooms with teachers and students. The Finch Robot works with the following programming languages: FinchBlox (icon-based for pre-readers - available on iOS, Android, Fire OS, Chrome, Mac, Windows) BirdBlox (block-based - available on iOS, Android, Fire OS) MakeCode (block-based - available on Chromebooks, Mac, Windows, Linux) Snap! (block-based - available on Chromebooks, Mac, Windows) Python (text-based - available on Chromebooks, Mac, Windows) Java (text-based - available on Mac, Windows) Swift (text-based iOS app builder - available on Mac) Kotlin (text-based Android app builder - available on Mac, Windows)
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