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Robotics

Robotics

Min number of participants 1
Age 8+ yrs.
Safety support by adult Not required
Min duration 1 h
Cost Medium
Environment Indoor / Outdoor

Build, program, and test robots using kits or microcontrollers like Arduino or LEGO Mindstorms — robotics fuses engineering, coding, and creative problem-solving in a hands-on activity that makes technology genuinely exciting.

The Essentials

  • Start with a simple kit or microcontroller (Arduino, LEGO Mindstorms) before tackling custom builds
  • Double-check wiring against the diagram before powering anything on, to avoid shorts
  • Write and test code in small chunks rather than one large program at once
  • Keep spare batteries, wires, and sensors on hand since components fail during testing
  • Join a local or online robotics community for troubleshooting help and project ideas
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