Robot Dog STEM Kit – Sound-Activated DIY Toy
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Grades: 3–9
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Number of Students: 1 student per kit; can be shared by 2 students
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Number of Lessons: NA - no lesson specified
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Hours of Content: Approximately 2–4 hours total, depending on assembly and decorating time
Highlights:
Build, paint, and bring your robot dog to life! This DIY STEM kit lets you assemble a robot dog, customize it with your own paint design, and control it using sound. The built-in sensor detects sound and makes the dog move forward for about 10 seconds, then stop automatically. Perfect for STEM learning, creative play, and unique gifts.
Features:
- DIY robot dog assembly kit
- Paint and decorate any style you like
- Sound-activated forward-only movement (~10 seconds)
- Introduces basic STEM and robotics concepts
Suggested learning activities
- Robot Assembly: Build the robot dog using the kit's components and instructions.
- Design and Painting: Customize the robot's appearance.
- Sound Sensor Exploration: Test how different sounds trigger movement.
- Mechanics and Motion: Observe how the motor makes the robot move forward.
- Experiment and Improve: Compare the robot's response to quiet and loud sounds.
What’s Included:
- Robot dog body and assembly components
- Electronic components, including a sound sensor and motor
- Materials for painting and decorating the robot dog
- Assembly instructions
Technology Requirements/Specifications:
- Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.2 x 5.1 cm (9 x 6 x 2 in)
- Weight: 0.68 kg (1.5 lb)
Special Notes and Considerations:
⚠WARNING:
CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.