LEGO builders may be interested in a new rollercoaster construction kit specifically designed to be LEGO compatible and provide everything you need to create your own sidewinder rollercoaster using over 700 pieces. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the LEGO rollercoaster kit … [Read more...] about Sidewinder LEGO compatible rollercoaster construction kit
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Grove Junior programmable magnetic electronic blocks
If you would like to teach your children the basics of programming and electronics, you may be interested in a new building system which consists of programmable magnetic electronic blocks and takes the form of Grove Junior. With prices from just $29 for the Grove Junior Bit Kit system provides an … [Read more...] about Grove Junior programmable magnetic electronic blocks
BYOR children’s robotic construction kit
To help children learn more about robotics and electronics, a new build your own robot kit has been created, aptly named BYOR. Designed by engineer Teun van Roessel based in Eindhoven in the Netherlands the kids electronic robot kit is combined with arts and crafts to provide a versatile and … [Read more...] about BYOR children’s robotic construction kit
Real Racer first person view FPV RC car
If you fancy a little more immersion from your remote control car you may be interested in a RC bundle created by Kobotix the form of the Real Racer, which comprises of a headset controller and RC car equipped with a wireless camera. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the first … [Read more...] about Real Racer first person view FPV RC car
Scout interactive learning companion
The Scout robot has been designed to provide a learning companion specifically tailored for children and takes the form of a “super-smart and inquisitive galactic explorer”. Offering games, stories, and adventures as well as answering questions. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more … [Read more...] about Scout interactive learning companion
Qdee Robot Kit
A new robot kit has been launched via Kickstarter this week in the form of the Qdee Robot Kit expanding the features of the BBC micro:bit mini PC from just $39. The robotic kit is LEGO and Internet of Things compatible and offers step-by-step tutorials for children from eight years and above. Watch … [Read more...] about Qdee Robot Kit
PIXL magnetic building blocks hit Kickstarter
Matthew and Mark McLachlan Have created a new magnetic building block system which is launched via Kickstarter this week and already raised over $123,000 thanks to nearly 2,500 backers. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the PIXL building system which offers “an infinitely … [Read more...] about PIXL magnetic building blocks hit Kickstarter
Anki Vector robot now available for $249
After successfully completing a Kickstarter campaign to launch the new Anki Vector robot, which raised over $1.8 million thanks to over 8,000 backers. Anki has today announced the availability of its new Vector robot which builds on the previous COSMO robot launched in 2017. Vector is equipped with … [Read more...] about Anki Vector robot now available for $249
SPIKE Ferrofluid desktop toy
Ferrofluid desktop toys are great to play with using magnets and provide hours of fun. Along this theme Ferrofluid expert Matt Robison has created a new Ferrofluid display offering a “mesmerising interactive kinetic sculpture” that you can interact with directly from your desktop using the supplied … [Read more...] about SPIKE Ferrofluid desktop toy
LEGO FORMA premium creative kits unveiled via Indiegogo
LEGO has taken to the Indiegogo crowdfunding website this week to launch a new premium LEGO experience called LEGO FORMA. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the LEGO experience designed for adults. Two hundred and ninety four elements come together to form a dynamic model which … [Read more...] about LEGO FORMA premium creative kits unveiled via Indiegogo
LittleBot Budget beginners robotic kit
If you would like to start learning about robotics or know someone that would, you may be interested in a new beginner’s robotic kit called the LittleBot Budget. Designed for STEM students and learners easy to build and affordable robotics kit allows you to learn a wide variety of different robotic … [Read more...] about LittleBot Budget beginners robotic kit
The Venn Puzzle Desktop Toy
A mechanical puzzle has launched via Kickstarter this week called the Venn, consisting of three identical pieces, die cast in stainless steel which interlock to form a sphere. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the Venn Puzzle from its creator Craig Hill. “While the finished … [Read more...] about The Venn Puzzle Desktop Toy
